Legislative Proofreader (Temporary) — On-Site, Deadline-Driven

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas’s Bureau of Legislative Research seeks a temporary on-site Legislative Proofreader to support the upcoming General Assembly session. You will review bills, amendments and acts, performing precise edits under tight deadlines.

A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field is required, with experience in publication or editing; associate degree plus relevant experience may be considered. This is a full-time temp role with strong attention to grammar and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field required.
• Excellent grammar and punctuation skills essential.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven team environment.
• Experience in publication or editing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review bills, amendments, and acts for technical accuracy.
• Perform precise edits and collaborate with attorneys and editors.
• Work on-site during the General Assembly session.

Skills

Grammar knowledge

Punctuation rules

Team player

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's in English

Bachelor's in journalism

Bachelor's in communication

Associate degree acceptable

Experience in publication/editing

Job description

The State of Arkansas’s Bureau of Legislative Research seeks a temporary on-site Legislative Proofreader to support the upcoming General Assembly session. You will review bills, amendments and acts, performing precise edits under tight deadlines.

A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field is required, with experience in publication or editing; associate degree plus relevant experience may be considered. This is a full-time temp role with strong attention to grammar and teamwork.