Editorial Standards and Graphic Design Coordinator

Job Description - Editorial Standards and Graphic Design Coordinator (05314) )

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Editorial Standards and Graphic Design Coordinator (05314) - (  )

The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is the largest and most diverse executive agency in state government. It employs about 3,000 people, about two-thirds of whom are located outside of Helena. The agency administers hundreds of programs. This position serves as a vital brand steward and technical lead within the communications team, ensuring all external materials are professional, factual and aligned with the Department’s vision.

Working in close coordination with leadership, this role helps establish a “single source of truth” for agency branding and improves the clarity of public-facing communications. As a collaborative partner in the Communications Office (CO), the Editorial Standards Coordinator provides quality oversight, operations support, and staff guidance to enhance the Department’s strategic narrative management and strengthen agency-wide editorial standards, document quality, and publishing consistency.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities w hether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and concisely, edit carefully, tailor content to audience needs, and maintain keen commitment to accuracy.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously without jeopardizing quality, while often working under tight deadlines.

Experience editing in a government, public health, health care, legal or other highly regulated environment is preferred.

Must be proficient at making and having clear understanding of the best practices to ensure document posted to the agency website are 508 Compliant.

Experience configuring AI writing and editing tools is preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field.

2-4 years of work experience in a communication or related writing-intensive field.

2-4 years of direct editorial experience.

Must have extensive experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint.

Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of Montana.

Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement :
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment :
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency…