Accessibility and Content Editor

okgov; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

OMES is seeking an Accessibility and Content Editor to transform complex information into readable, 508-compliant materials while upholding editorial standards and branding across all channels.

The role focuses on quality control, ensuring accessibility and consistency in government communications, and supporting the Outreach Division in producing public information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent.
• Or four years of professional editing/journalism experience.
• Experience with remediation software, preferably CommonLook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with researching, writing and editing informational and educational publications, bulletins, powerpoints, pamphlets and other communication materials.
• Correct grammar, spelling and punctuation errors following AP Style guides.
• Fact-check customer content.
• Ensure documents are 508-compliant, readable to the target audience and comply with OMES branding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

AP Style

Editing & proofreading

Communication skills

Brand consistency

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Communications/Journalism

4 years professional editing experience

Tools

CommonLook remediation software

Job description

Job Description

As an Accessibility and Content Editor with OMES you will enjoy:
Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Job Details

Full-time 40-hour work weeks.

Support the Outreach Division.

Salary is up to $52,500.00 based on education and experience.

Position is on-site in Oklahoma City, OK.

Position Summary

As an Accessibility and Content editor, you will serve as the final line of defense for quality and brand integrity. You will transform complex information into readable, 508-compliant materials while maintaining high editorial standards and consistent branding across all communication channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and assist with researching, writing and editing informational and educational publications, bulletins, powerpoints, pamphlets and other communication materials.
• Correct grammar, spelling and punctuation errors following AP Style guides.
• Fact-check customer content.
• Ensure documents are 508-compliant, readable to the target audience and comply with OMES branding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild. Occasional travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field or four (4) years of professional experience in journalism/copy editing with experience using remediation software, preferably CommonLook.

About OMES

The Office of Management and Enterprise Services provides excellent service, expert guidance and continuous improvement in support of our partners' goals. We are a highly qualified workforce committed to serve those who serve Oklahomans and make government run in the most efficient, innovative manner possible.

Equal Opportunity Employment

OMES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .