Environmental Technical Editor and Administrator - West Region

JSI; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Benefits package

PTO and travel support

Professional development

Job summary

JSI in Lubbock, TX invites you to join as Environmental Technical Editor and Administrator on the Permitting & Environmentals team, editing, formatting, and maintaining high-quality client-facing deliverables while providing administrative support to projects across JSI’s Central, Southwest, and West regions.

You’ll help ensure documents meet JSI’s standards for accuracy, consistency, and accessibility, support resumes, templates, style guides, tracking systems, SHPO access, and physical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5–10 years of experience in technical editing, document production, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and strong knowledge of document formatting, styles, templates, and editing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines independently.
• Strong understanding of document quality control and the ability to maintain consistency across complex technical deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Edit and format client‑facing deliverables, including reports, letters, proposals, and other technical documents, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to JSI standards.
• Maintain team resumes, templates, style guides, Site Tracker information, and SHPO access tracking and controls.
• Support 508 Compliance efforts to ensure deliverables meet applicable accessibility requirements.
• Coordinate the production of physical deliverables, including printing, packaging, and mailing.
• Provide administrative and document support to teams across the Central, Southwest, and West regions, managing multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Collaborate with project teams and internal stakeholders to ensure deliverables are complete, polished, and ready for client or agency submission.

Skills

Editing

Organization

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

JSI invites you to join our team as an Environmental Technical Editor and Administrator on our Permitting & Environmentals team in our Lubbock, TX office where you’ll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission‑driven, growth‑focused organization.

Department:

OSP - Engineering & Design

Location:

Lubbock, TX

Compensation:

$30.00 - $36.00 / hour

Position Overview:

As an Environmental Technical Editor and Administrator on the Permitting & Environmentals team, you will be responsible for editing, formatting, and maintaining high‑quality client‑facing deliverables while providing administrative support to project teams across JSI’s Central, Southwest, and West regions. You will help ensure documents meet JSI’s standards for accuracy, consistency, presentation, and accessibility, while also supporting team resumes, templates, style guides, tracking systems, SHPO access, and physical deliverables.

Responsibilities:

• Edit and format client‑facing deliverables, including reports, letters, proposals, and other technical documents, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to JSI standards.
• Maintain team resumes, templates, style guides, Site Tracker information, and SHPO access tracking and controls.
• Support 508 Compliance efforts to ensure deliverables meet applicable accessibility requirements.
• Coordinate the production of physical deliverables, including printing, packaging, and mailing.
• Provide administrative and document support to teams across the Central, Southwest, and West regions, managing multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
• Collaborate with project teams and internal stakeholders to ensure deliverables are complete, polished, and ready for client or agency submission.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5–10 years of experience in technical editing, document production, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and strong knowledge of document formatting, styles, templates, and editing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines independently.
• Strong understanding of document quality control and the ability to maintain consistency across complex technical deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SAA style and/or Zotero.
• Experience working with federal, state, and local agencies and familiarity with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and NEPA.
• Experience with Salesforce, 508 Compliance, or an engineering or technical consulting environment.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive salary + performance‑based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Generous PTO and travel support.
• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.