Publications Specialist II – Magazine Editor
On-siteWashington, District of Columbia, United States or Washington, United States
Job Summary
Oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, establishing production schedules, managing the publication cycle, and systematically tracking article versions through a comprehensive approval chain. Provide high-level editorial support, assisting with content development and the creation of promotional materials while implementing strict version control and quality assurance protocols. Serve as the primary liaison between writing/author teams and layout/design teams, managing complex review processes involving authors, technical reviewers, and legal counsel. Ensure all final articles adhere to the GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility requirements, securing necessary sign-offs and approvals before public release. Manage administrative aspects of distribution and formatting specifications to ensure compliance with federal accessibility laws. This onsite role in McLean, VA, or Washington, DC, requires a Master's degree and 7-10 years of editorial experience, with a preference for technical publication backgrounds.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a closely related field
- 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial and publication management
- Proven track record of overseeing the production of a periodical, preferably a technical or specialty publication
- Demonstrated expertise in the logistical administration and project management of quarterly publication cycles and high-level editorial services
- Advanced proficiency in substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading
- Deep understanding of Section 508 compliance and federal publishing standards
- Ability to manage complex approval workflows and coordinate between technical and creative teams
- Public Trust
- US Citizenship
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree or equivalent advanced professional certification
- Prior transportation experience
- Security Clearance
- Experience with transportation or research journal
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