Legislative Proofreader – Entry-Level with Benefits

Nashville Public Radio; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS pension plan

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Health, dental, vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Defined benefit retirement plan

Job summary

The Legislative Services Agency in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks an entry-level Proofreader to publish digital materials for the Iowa General Assembly. The role requires excellent proofreading, spelling, grammar, and the ability to read aloud clearly.

You will work under tight deadlines, often with long sessions, and must pass aptitude tests during interviews. Applicants should have a college degree, be able to operate a PC with basic database tools, and adapt to multiple style guides.

Qualifications

• Excellent English grammar and spelling; read aloud clearly.
• Aptitude to concentrate and perform meticulous, repetitive work.
• Operate PC and use basic database software and file management systems.
• Communicate and work well with others.
• Multitask and pivot between projects.
• Work effectively in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Proofread legal and fiscal documents, often aloud and in pairs, including bills and amendments; adhere to style guides.
• Adhere to and adapt to numerous style guides.
• Perform high-volume, high-quality work under tight deadlines, including long hours during the legislative session.

Skills

Excellent English grammar & spelling

Concentration & meticulous work

Proofreading

Keyboarding

Communication

Multitasking

Work under stress

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Basic database software

File management systems

Job description

The Legislative Services Agency in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks an entry-level Proofreader to publish digital materials for the Iowa General Assembly. The role requires excellent proofreading, spelling, grammar, and the ability to read aloud clearly.

You will work under tight deadlines, often with long sessions, and must pass aptitude tests during interviews. Applicants should have a college degree, be able to operate a PC with basic database tools, and adapt to multiple style guides.