Public Sector Copy Editor — Flexible Telecommuting

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Flexible work schedules

Telecommuting options

Job summary

The Arizona Auditor General's Office in Phoenix is seeking a Governmental Copy Editor to ensure reports and other documents meet the Office’s writing style and accessibility standards.

You will proofread, edit, and improve governmental writing across state agencies and public bodies, manage overlapping deadlines, develop and maintain the Office style guide, and support staff with writing and editing training. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related field.
• Thoroughness, precision, accuracy, and detail orientation.
• Quality-driven mindset with strong writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent command of English language and grammar/style rules.
• Ability to manage changing deadlines and priorities.
• Interest in public service and government.

Responsibilities

• Proofread, edit, and recommend revisions for Office reports and documents to ensure adherence to style and citations.
• Improve readability of governmental writing across state agencies, school districts, and public entities.
• Ensure publications are accessible to the general public and legislators.
• Prioritize and manage overlapping deadlines to meet due dates.
• Develop and maintain the Office writing style guidance.
• Assist with writing letters and other documents as needed.
• Proofread corrections to ensure accuracy.
• Conduct staff training sessions on basic writing and editing skills.
• Stay current with spelling and grammar trends and update style accordingly.

Skills

Proofreading

Editing

Writing

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The Arizona Auditor General's Office in Phoenix is seeking a Governmental Copy Editor to ensure reports and other documents meet the Office’s writing style and accessibility standards.

You will proofread, edit, and improve governmental writing across state agencies and public bodies, manage overlapping deadlines, develop and maintain the Office style guide, and support staff with writing and editing training. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.