Technical Editor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Looking to contribute to a mission-driven company? At the American Water Works Association , you’ll find purpose, great culture, collaborative colleagues, great benefits, and interesting work. Our mission is providing solutions to effectively manage water, the world’s most vital resource. We are seeking a Technical Editor to join our Publishing department.

POSITION OBJECTIVE/GENERAL PURPOSE

Edit technical material for publication, including manuals, handbooks, standards, data products, and reports. Ensure publications adhere to AWWA guidelines, including editorial quality and schedules.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Edit, rewrite or write, and proofread publications for maximum readability, clarity, syntax, grammar, and conformance with AWWA style, the Chicago Manual of Style, and other publishing industry accepted standards and policies for technical publications
• Adhere to production schedules and deadlines for all projects and assignments 
• Serve as publishing liaison with the Standards and Optimization Programs group and the Education and Engineering Services group, including attending kickoff and production meetings 
• Communicate with internal and external authors as needed, pose author queries as appropriate, and incorporate author corrections to copy 
• Collaborate with production editors and graphic designers on publications projects 
• Maintain current awareness and knowledge of trends, developments, and technologies in the publishing and drinking water professions, including digital, copyright, and trademark issues
• Prepare and submit CIP requests to Library of Congress
• Serve as a backup and support to the Sr. Editorial Manager, Books, and collaborate with other technical editors as needed

Requirements:

Education, Certification or Formal Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, journalism, English, or related area required 
• Training, coursework, or experience in engineering or the sciences including, but not limited to, biology or chemistry required

Work Experience (including computer skills):  

• Minimum of three (3) years publishing/editing experience required; technical editing experience on a peer-reviewed journal or on standards/consensus documents preferred
• Demonstrated proofreading and project management experience required
• Experience with e-publishing and all-digital workflows preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry editorial standards (e.g., Chicago Manual of Style) required
• Intermediate computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook required 
• Working knowledge of Adobe products and experience with online publishing tools preferred 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The targeted pay is $30.31 to $37.88 per hour depending on experience and is paired with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Three separate paid time off accounts (Vacation, Sick and Personal)
• Immediate eligibility and vesting for retirement savings plan with a 3% employer contribution and up to 3% company match upon hire
• Excellent medical, dental and vision plans with generous cost sharing by employer
• $250 payment towards the cost of at-home computer equipment

Submit cover letter along with resume. Position is open until filled.

 

AWWA is an employer dedicated to equal employment opportunity; therefore, minorities, women, veterans and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.