Editor

Job Description

Company Description Arlington County offers careers across public safety, parks and recreation, arts and tourism, finance, environmental services, and technology, all focused on serving residents, businesses, and visitors. Team members join a mission-driven community that values high-quality public service and collaboration. The County emphasizes respect for each applicant’s unique knowledge, skills, and experience, and ensures every application is reviewed by a person rather than an algorithm. Arlington County does not use AI in its screening process, reflecting its commitment to fairness, transparency, and individualized consideration.\n
Role Description This part-time remote Editor role focuses on reviewing, refining, and maintaining clear, accurate, and consistent written materials that support Arlington County’s communications and public-facing information. The Editor will review documents for grammar, style, tone, and readability; ensure alignment with County guidelines; and fact-check content where needed. Daily tasks include editing reports, web pages, outreach materials, and internal communications, as well as collaborating with authors to clarify messaging and suggest improvements. The Editor will manage deadlines, prioritize multiple projects, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and high-quality content delivery.\n
Qualifications
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• Strong editing and proofreading skills with close attention to grammar, clarity, tone, and consistency.
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• Experience with content development and revision for web pages, reports, and public-facing documents.
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• Ability to analyze and organize information, verify facts, and ensure accuracy and compliance with style guidelines.
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• Proficiency with common editing and collaboration tools (e.g., word processors, shared document platforms, content management systems).
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback to content creators.
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• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
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• Understanding of public sector or community-focused communication is beneficial; prior experience with government or nonprofit organizations is a plus.
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• Relevant education such as a degree or coursework in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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