Associate Editor

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Job ID: 36460
Agency: Department of Education
Location:Pierre, SDSalary: $24.13 - $24.74/hr, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: H
Closing Date: 07/09/2026


A small, dynamic, and award-winning publisher, the South Dakota Historical Society Press seeks a forward-looking individual to be a part of its editorial team in the position of associate editor. Primary duties for this position include preparing manuscripts for publication by editing, verifying statements, checking facts and footnotes, and coordinating with authors, illustrators, map makers, graphic designers, printers, and indexers. The associate editor also solicits, reviews, and tracks manuscripts to determine whether submissions meet the standards of the South Dakota Historical Society Press. The associate editor reports to the Director of the Press and serves on the team that sets press policies and publishing directions.


This is a full-time position with the Department of Education. For more information on the Department of Education, please visit .


The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree in history, American Studies, English, Publishing, or a related field. Two or more years of experience in editing is preferred. The ideal candidate will also possess knowledge of American history and the history and culture of South Dakota and the Northern Great Plains region; editing methods and standards; English grammar; the Chicago Manual of Style; Microsoft Word; Adobe Photoshop; copyright law, rules, and regulations; and research techniques and resources.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• ability to analyze research data and internal structures of written material;
• read and extract information from various reference materials and other resources;
• recognize historical error and solve problems of fact and conjecture through research;
• manage people and establish and maintain effective relationships;
• organize, schedule, direct, correct, and prioritize simultaneous editing projects; and
• be comfortable with assisting the inventory manager with shipping-related tasks as needed.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your cover letter, resume, curriculum vitae, short writing sample, and three references.


This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.


NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.


The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.


The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.


Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
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"An Equal Opportunity Employer"


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