State of Florida · 3 months ago
Editor
Tallahassee, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe State of Florida is seeking an Editor for the Florida Legislature. The role involves preparing and editing draft legislation and publications, ensuring accuracy in grammar and style, and assisting in legislative research.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Prepares and edits draft legislation, amendments, and other publications according to accepted styles and formats
Edits draft documents for grammar, spelling, punctuation, style, and form and consults with and offers advice and suggestions to other staff on these matters
Revises draft documents to include changes and proofreads to ensure accuracy
Assists in research for and preparation of draft legislation, amendments, and other publications
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of English grammar and usage, spelling, punctuation, and composition
Knowledge of computers and relevant software
Skill in reading comprehension, writing, analysis, research, and organization
Ability to perform detailed work independently with a high degree of accuracy and quality of content
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
Ability to perform consistently
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to prepare reports and maintain records
Ability to proofread text for typographical and grammatical errors and to make necessary corrections
Ability to research legal documents and references
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with coursework in English or Journalism
Professional or nonprofessional experience in editorial work, journalism, technical writing, publishing, or a related field may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education
Company
State of Florida
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