Municipal Code Editor — Precision Legal Editing

General Code, LLC; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

American Legal Publishing (ALP) in Cincinnati seeks an editor for its Code Services Department to create and update manuscripts of municipal codes in line with current local legislation.

The role emphasizes organizing materials, producing drafts, and detailed proofreading while maintaining client communications and file management. A BA in English or similar field is required, with strong grammar and independent work capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or a similar field.
• Command of English grammar.
• A keen eye for detail.
• Highly organized and focused.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Proficient in word processing formats (WordPerfect, Adobe, Word).
• Capable of juggling multiple projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Organizing project materials.
• Compiling editorial notes.
• Editing word processing files to implement changes.
• Producing a working draft.
• Detailed proofreading for grammar, sense, consistency, spelling and format.
• Production of camera-ready copy.
• Maintaining electronic files of current codes in various formats.
• Interacting with clients to provide codification solutions.
• Customer service follow-up with clients.

Skills

Grammar

Attention to detail

Organization

Independence

Word processing

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or a similar field

Tools

WordPerfect

Adobe

Microsoft Word

Job description

American Legal Publishing (ALP) in Cincinnati seeks an editor for its Code Services Department to create and update manuscripts of municipal codes in line with current local legislation.

The role emphasizes organizing materials, producing drafts, and detailed proofreading while maintaining client communications and file management. A BA in English or similar field is required, with strong grammar and independent work capability.