Editor ; Limited-Term

Position Overview

As a limited-term Editor 1 with the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), you will play a key role in producing clean, polished, and visually appealing materials. You will have the exciting opportunity to support ongoing projects and help bring clarity and creativity to written and graphic content. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys design, organization, and problem solving.

• Publication Support:
  Help manage annual and ongoing publication needs to ensure materials are completed on schedule
• Document Editing:
  Edit text for grammar, style, and clarity while assisting with formatting and layout tasks
• Graphic Creation:
  Develop illustrations, logos, layouts, and photos using approved graphic design tools
• Design Strategy:
  Apply visual elements such as color, scale, and typography to create clear and effective designs
• Project Assistance:
  Support the Office of Communications with assigned tasks and design-related responsibilities

• Limited-term employment; 6-month assignment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 60‑minute lunch
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home part‑time, up to 3 days per week. Telework requires a securely configured high‑speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you cannot telework, you may report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change.
• Salary:
  Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971.00 (before taxes).

• One year of experience in editorial work that includes writing, editing, and use of photography and graphics in publication, and a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in English, journalism, or communication; OR
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

• You must have at least five years of experience with the following programs:
  Quark
  
  XPress;
  Adobe InDesign;
  Adobe Illustrator;
  Word Press; and SharePoint.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• At least three years of experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.