Technical Editor

University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) at Sacramento State is seeking a Technical Editor for Office of Water Programs (OWP). OWP (www.owp.csus.edu) is an internationally recognized provider of training materials in a variety of media, as well as a source of engineering and scientific research that fills the niche between academia and consulting engineering. Our team of nearly 50 professionals, trained in a variety of academic disciplines, collaborates to produce high-caliber work that furthers our mission to provide cost-effective solutions for protecting and enhancing water resources, public health, and the environment through training, scientific research, and public education. OWP is a self-supported academic center within and located at Sac State. OWP develops and publishes training manuals for operators of water treatment plants, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and municipal and industrial wastewater treatment and reclamation facilities. OWP also offers programs and materials for pretreatment facility inspectors, environmental compliance inspectors, and utility managers. All training is offered as distance learning, using correspondence, video, or computer-based/online delivery modes with opportunities for continuing education units and contact hours for operators, supervisors, managers, and administrators.

RATE OF PAY: $4,178 - $6,267 per month

BENEFITS: UEI offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Participation in CalPERS Retirement Program
• Paid Vacation Time – starting at 6.66 hours accrued/month
• Paid Sick Time – 8 hours accrued/month
• Paid Holidays – 14 paid holidays per year including paid time off the week between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day as the CSUS campus is closed
• Excellent medical benefits – 100% employer-paid medical & dental for employee-only coverage and low cost for family coverage
• Educational Assistance Program for employees and/or dependents
• View a comprehensive list of all of the benefits at https://www.enterprises.csus.edu/wp-content/uploads/UEI_Benefits-At-A-Glance-Brochure_OWP.pdf

FILING DEADLINE: This position is open until filled with a priority review date of August 5, 2024. We will begin application review on this date.

APPLY ONLINE: To be considered, all applicants must apply through the UEI website at https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6158859.careers?ShowJob=570853333. Applicants who apply outside of this link will not be considered.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a full-time, temporary up to one year, non-exempt (eligible for overtime pay), benefited position that is covered under the California Public Employees’ Retirement System. Continued employment in this position is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises and the employee, and either University Enterprises or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

The selected candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States. University Enterprises, Inc. is not a sponsoring agency (i.e. H-1B Visa).

It is strongly recommended that all University Enterprises, Inc. employees follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications.

                                                              MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution in technical writing/editing, journalism, instructional design, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of the mechanics of the English language, including usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Writing, proofreading, and editing skills, including demonstrated ability to review and edit materials for accuracy, consistency, readability, and overall quality.
3. Demonstrated experience in analyzing, editing, and paraphrasing content from publications such as process and procedure manuals, research literature, industry-specific materials, and government documents.
4. Demonstrated skill in preparing documents or manuscripts for review by other editors, contributors, or peer reviewers.
5. Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, consistently meet deadlines, and shift between projects with competing schedules. Ability to work independently and as a team member to complete assigned tasks with a high level of quality.
6. Ability to maintain ongoing communication and coordinate tasks with internal and external project team members to ensure completion of interconnected tasks and to keep project schedules on track.
7. Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite or similar word processing, spreadsheet, email, and internet browsers applications.
8. Knowledge of basic math concepts and ability to check equations for correct units of measurement.
9. Must pass a background check, which may include fingerprinting. Must continue to meet the established standards.

                                                                PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Knowledge of concepts and vocabulary related to fields of drinking water and wastewater collection, treatment, and distribution.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of concepts and practices related to instructional design or digital content development.
3. Experience with Adobe publication and design applications, such as FrameMaker, Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign; and with screen capture/editing tools such as SnagIt.
4. Experience developing technical illustrations, such as figures and infographics, for publications and presentations.

                                                              PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
With or without a reasonable accommodation: Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, scanners, and fax machines.

                                                                   WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with staff, campus community, the public, and other agencies.

                                                            DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This position edits book-length manuscripts of training manuals and collateral materials, as well as documents authored by research engineering staff specializing in water issues. The training manuals serve as curriculum for approximately 50 distance learning print and online courses for drinking water and wastewater treatment plant operators. The position reports to and receives general supervision from the Technical Publications Manager.

The specific duties and responsibilities are as follows:

1. Reviews, analyzes, organizes, and edits drafts written by OWP staff and consultants to produce technical training materials, contract/grant reports, software user guides, outreach and training materials, online content, and other project deliverables. Ensures finished documents meet project deadlines and are written in a consistent voice that is appropriate for the target audience.
2. Works collaboratively and cohesively with other Publications staff to deliver new editions of water/wastewater operator training manuals for print production and completes other project assignments within scheduled deadlines.
3. Edits and updates style, voice, and reading level of existing content and integrates revisions from consultants and OWP staff in a consistent voice that conveys complex information clearly and accurately.
4. Initiates and maintains communication with OWP staff and consultants to collaborate on manuscript revisions and deliverables, ensuring the accuracy of finished documents.
5. Reviews accuracy, quality, and positioning of graphical elements such as figures, photos, and infographics. Researches and requests permission to use third-party graphics. Works with internal design staff to revise and develop graphics.
6. Develops and edits review question/answer sets that are relevant to learning objectives.
7. Reviews, edits, and creates answer keys, glossary entries, and index entries.
8. Marks instructions to typesetters on page proofs using standard proofreading marks in a clear, concise, and orderly manner.
9. Prepares errata and revised content for current and future editions.
10. Edits and develops questions for exam question database to ensure accuracy and clarity. Coordinates with other OWP staff to produce course exam materials.
11. Acts as liaison with content developers; peer reviewers; publishing partners; and OWP design, IT, and other staff. Uses productivity and project management tools to track and report on assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner.
12. Reviews and corrects page proofs for annual reports, course catalogs, outreach materials, and other project deliverables.
13. Conducts research to accurately edit, prepare, and produce technical documentation.
14. Researches and drafts responses to customer inquiries about training materials in coordination with customer service staff.
15. Participates in project meetings.
16. Cross-trains on various duties to provide backup support to other positions within the Publications group.
17. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Note: This position vacancy is with University Enterprises Inc., an auxiliary organization of California State University, Sacramento. This is not a University position; the incumbent will be an employee of University Enterprises.

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