Technical Editor (Temporary, Up to 1 Year) Sacramento, CA Job Details Full-time $4,261
- $6,392 a month 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Paid sick time Qualifications Project team coordination Project reporting Document review (document control) Technical documentation Curriculum development Basic math English Training material drafting Research Mid-level Customer inquiry handling Bachelor's degree in journalism Bachelor's degree Content development Journalism Adobe FrameMaker Project management software Instructional materials development English Grammar Experience Communication skills Technical Proficiency Adobe Acrobat Developing technical user guides Full Job Description The Office of Water Programs (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 Sacramento State. Broad Scope & Function 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. Reporting Relationship The position reports to and receives general supervision from the Technical Publications Manager.
Salary Full range:
$4,261
- $6,392 per month Anticipated hiring range: $4,794
- $5,860 per month Benefits 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 Discounted membership to The WELL, Sacramento State's on-campus fitness center 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 Application Instructions This position is open until filled with a priority review date of April 27, 2026. We will begin application review on this date. Please include the following with your application: Resume If this document is not included, your application materials will not be considered. Please include your employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of your application in addition to submitting your resume. Conditions of Employment 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). This is a full-time, temporary up to 1 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. Duties and Responsibilities 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. 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. 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. Initiates and maintains communication with OWP staff and consultants to collaborate on manuscript revisions and deliverables, ensuring the accuracy of finished documents. 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. Develops and edits review question/answer sets that are relevant to learning objectives. Reviews, edits, and creates answer keys, glossary entries, and index entries. Marks instructions to typesetters on page proofs using standard proofreading marks in a clear, concise, and orderly manner. Prepares errata and revised content for current and future editions. Edits and develops questions for exam question database to ensure accuracy and clarity. Coordinates with other OWP staff to produce course exam materials. 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. Reviews and corrects page proofs for annual reports, course catalogs, outreach materials, and other project deliverables. Conducts research to accurately edit, prepare, and produce technical documentation. Researches and drafts responses to customer inquiries about training materials in coordination with customer service staff. Participates in project meetings. Cross-trains on various duties to provide backup support to other positions within the Publications group. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications 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. 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. Demonstrated experience in analyzing, editing, and paraphrasing content from publications such as process and procedure manuals, research literature, industry-specific materials, and government documents. Demonstrated skill in preparing documents or manuscripts for review by other editors, contributors, or peer reviewers. 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. 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. Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite or similar word processing, spreadsheet, email, and internet browsers applications. Knowledge of basic math concepts and ability to check equations for correct units of measurement. Must pass a background check, which may include fingerprinting. Must continue to meet the established standards. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of concepts and vocabulary related to fields of drinking water and wastewater collection, treatment, and distribution. Demonstrated knowledge of concepts and practices related to instructional design or digital content development. Experience with Adobe publication and design applications, such as FrameMaker, Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign; and with screen capture/editing tools such as SnagIt. 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. Work Schedule Temporary, Up to 1 year 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 7:30 am
