Copy Editor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Deliver well-structured, finalized versions of policies, procedures, and other governance-related documents.

• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders on work products.

• Ensure that timelines and deliverables are consistently met.

• Secure management approval for all completed work products.

• Offer guidance to both career and non-career staff on drafting policies and procedures.

• Assist with additional communications and governance documents as required.

• Review and refine standard operating procedures, policies, and other written directives.

• Correct errors in grammar, syntax, spelling, punctuation, and other aspects of the English language.

• Analyze written material to guarantee that messaging is clear and cohesive.

• Conduct research to validate factual assertions.

• Identify and rectify basic page layout and typography mistakes, or instruct graphic personnel to address them.

• Aid in the preparation of final deliverables.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution AND at least three years of work experience demonstrating effective information organization and communication skills.

• Significant relevant experience may be accepted in place of the educational requirement.

• Experience in supporting law enforcement and/or legal drafting is preferred.

• Moderate Background Investigation (MBI) clearance.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Favorable credit checks for all cleared roles.

• Successful completion of a background investigation, including drug screening.

• Residency requirement: must have lived three consecutive years within the last five years.

• Advanced proficiency in grammar, syntax, spelling, and punctuation.

• Capability to ensure that written products are accurate, clear, concise, and adhere to established style guides.

• Ability to analyze written content at various levels, including paragraph, page, and chapter.

• Proficient in conducting research online, utilizing public databases, and consulting with subject matter experts.

• Familiarity with basic page layout and typography.

• Ability to work independently and under supervision.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), including Track Changes functionality.

• Proficient with Adobe Acrobat, including Comment tools.

• Capable of writing, typing, and using a telephone system.

• Ability to participate in meetings and work while seated for extended periods.

🏝️ Benefits

• Great Place to Work certified workplace.

• An inclusive, supportive, and engaging work environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth.

• Recognition for achievements.

• A collaborative atmosphere.

• Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.