Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor at People, Technology & Processes

People, Technology & Processes; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

People, Technology & Processes is seeking a Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor for a full-time remote position. The role oversees the complete lifecycle of a technical or specialty magazine, ensuring production schedules, version control, and QA are rigorously applied.

You will coordinate between authors, editors, and design teams to manage reviews and approvals. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in communications, English, journalism, or related field, with 7–10 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, English, journalism or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive editorial/publication management experience.
• Experience overseeing production of a periodical, preferably technical or specialty publication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, including production schedules and publication cycles.
• Provide high-level editorial support and content development with strict version control and QA.
• Serve as primary liaison between writers and layout/design teams and manage complex review processes.
• Ensure all articles and the magazine adhere to GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility; confirm signoffs before release.
• Manage distribution and formatting to meet organizational standards for professional release.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely related field

Master's degree or equivalent advanced professional certification

Job description

Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Position Title: Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor

Location: Remote (offsite)

Clearance required: Unclassified

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Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, including establishing production schedules, managing the publication cycle, and tracking article versions through a comprehensive approval chain.
• Provide high-level editorial support, assisting with content development and creation of promotional materials, with strict version control and quality assurance throughout.
• Act as the primary liaison between writing/author teams and layout/design teams, and manage complex review processes involving authors, technical reviewers, and legal counsel.
• Ensure all final articles and the complete magazine adhere to the GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility requirements, confirming all signoffs before public release.
• Manage the administrative aspects of distribution and formatting specifications so the final product meets all organizational standards for professional release.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial and publication management.
• Proven track record overseeing the production of a periodical, preferably a technical or specialty publication (e.g., transportation or research journal).
• Desired Qualifications: Master's degree or equivalent advanced professional certification.