Content & Editorial Unit Lead

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Content/Editorial Unit Manager leads editorial operations under the strategic direction of PACE leadership. The role translates communications strategy into effective content while maintaining standards, workflows, and staff performance.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to coordinate Department messaging across editorial, marketing, media relations, digital communications, and community engagement, ensuring high‑quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and four years in journalism, marketing, or public affairs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage editorial calendar and content priorities.
• Lead content development and review for publications and projects.
• Review and edit executive communications, flyers, marketing materials, and web content.
• Ensure content is accurate, engaging, accessible, and aligned with brand/editorial standards.
• Gather and develop content highlighting programs and community impact.
• Coordinate with divisions and subject-matter experts for integrated communications.
• Represent the Editorial Unit on committees and initiatives.
• Manage editorial workflows, assignments, deadlines, and quality-control processes.
• Supervise staff and provide coaching and professional development.
• Maintain editorial standards, templates, and processes for consistency across communications.

Skills

Team Leadership

Editorial & Content Management

Project & Workflow Management

Strategic Content Planning

Stakeholder Communication

Quality Assurance

Resource & Budget Management

Problem Solving

Tools & Technology

Documentation & Reporting

Cross-Functional Coordination

Continuous Improvement

Editing & Writing

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Political Science, Marketing or any related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Management Software

Job description

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s Content/Editorial Unit Manager leads editorial operations under the strategic direction of PACE leadership. The role translates communications strategy into effective content while maintaining standards, workflows, and staff performance.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to coordinate Department messaging across editorial, marketing, media relations, digital communications, and community engagement, ensuring high‑quality,