Oklahoma State University · 3 days ago
FPP Project Specialist - Editor
Oklahoma State University is a mission-driven organization dedicated to producing high-quality educational content for firefighters and first responders. The FPP Project Specialist - Editor will lead the editorial development of fire service training manuals, coordinate reviews with subject matter experts, and assist in creating instructional materials.
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Responsibilities
Lead the project development of fire service training manuals from chapter drafts through final publication of the entire manual
Coordinate the review of draft materials with a committee of subject matter experts
Research, compose and/or revise original drafts for use in fire service training manuals
Select and assist in the creation of photos, artwork and tables for use in final publication of fire service training manuals
Edit manual text for grammar, spelling, style, organization and completion
Proof manual copy layout for grammar, spelling, style and formatting errors
Work with other departments to assist with the creation of instructional materials, multimedia, presentations, marketing materials and newsletters as requested
Participate in the implementation of goals and objectives of Fire Protection Publications as requested
Explore professional development opportunities in vocational training, adult education, fire service training and technical writing and editing
Represent FPP and IFSTA as needed
Represent FPP and IFSTA by serving as a Lead Editor to IFSTA validation committees
Deliver presentations and committee orientations at seminars, conferences, university functions or staff meetings upon request
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Related field (as determined by the department) (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
One year of related work experience
Edit and proofread training materials
Ability to work from a file server in a shared network environment
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft and PowerPoint
Highly organized
Ability to set and maintain schedules
Excellent writing and communication skills
Attention to details
Time management
Ability to influence and guide a group toward a common goal
Action/solution-oriented
Productive/results-oriented
Continuous learner
Preferred
Bachelor's
Bachelor's degree in Secondary, Adult, Vocational or Occupational Education, Educational Psychology, Technical Writing, Fire Protection, Curriculum and Instruction or related field
Firefighter, Fire Officer, Fire Instructor certification
Vocational education in emergency services field
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits packages including health, retirement, wellness programs, and more.
Company
Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant university that prepares students for success. OSU is America’s Brightest Orange.
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (73)
2024 (63)
2023 (83)
2022 (68)
2021 (60)
2020 (70)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$261.63MKey Investors
State of OklahomaU.S. Department of AgricultureU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2025-05-29Grant· $250M
2024-12-10Grant· $0.09M
2024-07-17Grant· $10M
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