Editorial Standards and Graphic Design Coordinator (05314)

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework Eligible

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Job summary

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services seeks an Editorial Standards and Graphic Design Coordinator to serve as a brand steward and technical lead within the Communications Office, ensuring all external materials are accurate, accessible, and aligned with the agency vision.

You will collaborate with leadership to establish a single source of truth for agency branding, oversee editorial quality, guide staff, and support publishing consistency while maintaining deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field.
• 2–4 years of work experience in a communication or related writing-intensive field.
• 2–4 years of direct editorial experience.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality oversight, operations support, and staff guidance to enhance editorial standards.
• Ensure all external materials are professional, factual and aligned with the agency vision.
• Maintain accessibility and 508 compliance across published documents.

Skills

Writing/editing

Project management

Deadline management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

AI editing tools

Job description

Job Description - Editorial Standards and Graphic Design Coordinator (05314) (26142297)

Position Title:

Editorial Standards and Graphic Design Coordinator (05314) - ( 26142297 )

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov .

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Director’s Office

The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is the largest and most diverse executive agency in state government. It employs about 3,000 people, about two-thirds of whom are located outside of Helena. The agency administers hundreds of programs. This position serves as a vital brand steward and technical lead within the communications team, ensuring all external materials are professional, factual and aligned with the Department’s vision. Working in close coordination with leadership, this role helps establish a “single source of truth” for agency branding and improves the clarity of public-facing communications. As a collaborative partner in the Communications Office (CO), the Editorial Standards Coordinator provides quality oversight, operations support, and staff guidance to enhance the Department’s strategic narrative management and strengthen agency-wide editorial standards, document quality, and publishing consistency.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well‑being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and concisely, edit carefully, tailor content to audience needs, and maintain keen commitment to accuracy.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously without jeopardizing quality, while often working under tight deadlines.

Experience editing in a government, public health, health care, legal or other highly regulated environment is preferred.

Must be proficient at making and having clear understanding of the best practices to ensure document posted to the agency website are 508 Compliant.

Experience configuring AI writing and editing tools is preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field.

2-4 years of work experience in a communication or related writing-intensive field.

2-4 years of direct editorial experience.

Must have extensive experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.

Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of Montana.Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

34.83 - 34.83 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : 000 - None

Posting Date

Sep 11, 2026, 7:11:05 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Oct 5, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.