Editor

Position Summary: The Editor provides proofreading, copyediting, and fact-checking services for paper-and-pencil and computer-delivered assessments. The Editor understands and applies test program specifications and style guides and demonstrates advanced knowledge of grammar and language skills. This role edits test materials, including items, manuscripts, typeset copy, certified copy, and printers’ proofs. Additionally, the incumbent edits and proofs for style and correctness in meeting test/item specifications. This position uses specialized test creation software in performing day-to-day tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Proofread, edit, and fact-check a variety of test-related content and materials in a wide range of subject areas

• Ensure correct styles and conventions are applied to meet test specifications

• Understand and follow assessment development and editorial processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Utilize test creation software/workflow in editing test items and materials

• Serve as a resource for assessment specialists and other staff on matters of grammar, style, and syntax

• Adhere to schedules with all departments and communicate needs and deadlines

• Create program-specific checklists to ensure quality control

• Create program-specific style guides for use by editorial, support, and content staff

• Participate fully in group meetings and engage in all aspects of teamwork within the division

• Organize, track and schedule workload to meet deadlines and budget requirements.

• Perform Fairness Review of test items for multiple programs, as requested

• Adhere to ethical standards and comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your job function