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Research Editor Research Division/Editing and Special Projects Section Texas Legislative Council Austin TX

Company name
National Conference Of State Legislatures

Location
Highlands Ranch, CO, United States

Employment Type
Full-Time

Industry
Editing, Media, Writing, Journalism

Posted on
Jul 26, 2022

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Posted: July 25, 2022

| Application Deadline:

Aug. 8, 2022

Title

Research Editor

Research Division/Editing and Special Projects Section

Texas Legislative Council

Austin

Description

This is a sessional position with the Research Division of the Texas Legislative Council, an independent nonpartisan legislative support agency, running through the end of May 2023. Duties include editing legislative documents, online content,

print publications, memoranda, and correspondence. Works with research staff to ensure accuracy of drafts. Assists with complex administrative support tasks. Work is performed under supervision of senior staff and in compliance with prescribed

procedures.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities for this position include: Digitally editing documents produced by research staff (including resolutions, bill analyses, memoranda, and online content) for grammar, spelling, accuracy, and form.

Working with drafters and reviewers to ensure accuracy.

Performing other duties as assigned.

Skill in organizing information.

Skill in producing quality work within time limits.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word.

Outstanding accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.

Interest in state legislature and political system.

Skill in expressing material accurately, clearly, and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Skill in analyzing and presenting information in a neutral, unbiased manner.

Skill in meeting project specifications and deadlines.

Skill in accepting and incorporating feedback.

Skill in working independently and as a member of a team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of material and information.

Ability to work overtime, flexible hours, and occasional on-call duty.

Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.

Ability to maintain regular attendance.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Copyediting or proofreading experience preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

Thorough knowledge of grammar, syntax, vocabulary, spelling, and general rules of style.

Ability to quickly learn new procedures and computer applications.

Salary and Benefits

Starting at $3,000 per month. Generous benefit package is also available. Please

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To Apply

To be considered, an applicant must submit a resume and a completed State of Texas Application for Employment (available on the council’s website: https://tlc.texas.gov/employment

Submit requested documentation by:

Email

TLCCareers@tlc.texas.gov (preferred method)

Fax

(512) 936-1064

Mail

Human Resources Office

Texas Legislative Council

P.O. Box 12128, Capitol Station

Austin, Texas 78711-2128

As a condition of employment, legal proof of authorization to work in the U.S. must be provided.

Requests for accommodation and/or services in the application process should be made to the above-cited contact.

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