Proofreader

Job Details

Job Location:

110 S. REGENT STREET SUITE 500 - SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111

Proofreader – Entry level with strong computer, linguistic, and editing skills. Under the guidance of senior proofreading staff, plans workload to complete projects in multiple English dialects and non‑English languages.

• Health, dental, vision, pet and legal insurances
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Other benefits available upon hire

• Proofreads and edits English text with an eye for consistency, professional tone, accuracy, structure, and adherence to company style under guidance of senior staff.
• Proofreads bluelines for printed materials.
• Ensures consistency by comparison in all languages.
• Works closely with translation, production, and curriculum teams to resolve questions.
• Answers technical and stylistic questions and helps maintain the company’s Style Guide and Proofreader Guide.
• Clarifies meaning of phrases and terms for translation.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree in linguistics, writing/editing, or equivalent.
• Excellent English language skills, including strong verbal and written communication.
• Familiarity with applying an established style to projects (e.g., the Chicago Manual of Style).
• Experience proofreading hard copy and electronic formats (e.g., Microsoft Word, Adobe Reader).
• Experience proofreading for consistency by comparison in non‑English languages.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation.
• Experience using Microsoft Word’s Track Changes feature.
• Experience with Microsoft Word’s index and table of contents features.

• Follow checklists and detail‑oriented procedures to ensure product quality.
• Frequent computer use and sitting for long periods of time.
• Ability to learn how to use new computer software programs.
• Concentrate for long periods of time.
• Extensive verbal and written communication.
• Frequent collaboration with coworkers.
• Occasional travel of less than 10% may be required.

Priority Dispatch Corp. (PDC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a small, fast‑growing provider of consulting, training, and software products for the public safety market. The company is based in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Priority Dispatch Corp. (PDC) provides comprehensive, integrated solutions for Police, Fire, and Medical emergency dispatching. The company incorporates the Priority Dispatch System® approved by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch in all its products, including ProQA® software and AQUA® quality improvement software. More information is available at

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