Word Processor I (Editor) in Emmitsburg, Maryland at Dextera Corporation

Location: Emmitsburg, Maryland

Work Schedule: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Hybrid position: Three (3) days onsite and Two (2) days remote)

Position Status: Full-time, Hourly

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Course development and revisions to include:
  • Receive draft, handwritten, digital, or unformatted course materials to be proofed/edited as directed in accordance with AP Style manual.
  • Use format guidelines established, AP style manual, New Webster’s World College Dictionary, (APA as necessary) and format guidelines sheet set for each course.
  • Complete editorial checklist for each unit/module.
  • The product shall be completed within the established deadline as noted on job coversheet.
• Edit/Proof correspondence, reports, brochures, proposals, schedules, rosters, and any other documents in support of NFA courses under development, revision, or updating (instructor lists, bio’s, meeting notes, EFOP papers, etc.) as directed.
• All work will have a full AP edit completed unless otherwise stated.
• Compare masters to print masters for NFA courses.
• Perform printer’s page count on master and print master. Create new course folder with accurate title, acronym, date, printing/edition, etc. Make sure to add date/acronym to slide and exam test packets (for easier viewing in file cabinet).
• Make copies when necessary of pilot offering Instructor Guides, Student Manuals, etc.
• Perform light duties and other related duties as required and assigned.
• Maintain a safe workplace ensuring that he/she is aware of and observes appropriate safety and occupational health rules and regulations. Employee may be required to attend safety training relative to this position and report any infractions of safety procedures to the facility Safety Officer.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in related field with two years of proofreading experience or High School diploma or GED with five (5) years proofreading experience.
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe.
• Must have excellent English, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills are required to meet established deadlines.
• Must possess a friendly, helpful, and customer-service oriented attitude.
• Must be able to work independently following a brief period of specific technical training. Must be able to handle multiple tasks, work well under pressure, prioritize, and assume added responsibilities without being asked.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Dextera Corporation fosters a diverse work environment and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment.