Assistant Editor (Burlington, VT or remote)

Tetra Tech International Development (http://tetratechintdev.com) is accepting applications from qualified candidates for an Assistant Editor. This position is preferably based in Burlington, Vermont, with consideration of remote work from US-based locations.

This is a full-time position for an early career professional with the potential to grow into an Editor/Production Specialist or Editor/Graphics Specialist position within the company, and to manage large editing projects. The right candidate will possess the desire to add clarity and organization to documents, with an eye for grammar, style, and layout. Expert MS Office skills and exceptional attention to detail are required. It is essential that candidates demonstrate outstanding communications and teamwork skills, with the ability to handle a heavy workload with poise and professionalism. The Assistant Editor is a member of the Production team and works under the general supervision of the Editor-In-Chief.

Responsibilities:

* Edit for clarity, readability, organization, spelling, grammar, content, and layout. The Assistant Editor will learn to assess the level of edit a document requires at every stage of the process.

* Format material according to organizational and client style guides.

* Support Editors in the Production Unit and Technical Staff on project reports, and content for new business development.

* Collaborate across departments as needed to contribute to operational efficiencies.

* Perform other tasks as deemed appropriate and necessary.

Qualifications:

* Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or Social Sciences required;

* Prior editorial and production experience is desirable, 3 months to 3 years’ experience is preferred;

* Excellent writing, proofreading skills, and strong verbal communication skills are critical;

* Must work with teams, with tight deadlines, on overtime as needed, yet manage multiple tasks with a good sense of humor;

* Full proficiency in MS Word is required, including in creating, modifying, and applying styles and templates; experience with Adobe Design (Acrobat Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), CorelDRAW, and MS Project is preferred;

* Familiarity with editing style guides (Chicago Manual of Style, AP, APA) is preferred;

* Strong organizational experience that demonstrates exceptional accuracy and attention to detail;

* Strong oral and written communication skills for diverse audiences;

* Proficiency in reading and writing in French or Spanish desirable; and

*U.S. work authorization required.

How to apply

To be considered, applicants must submit the following as part of the online application process:

* Letter of application
* Current CV in reverse chronological format

Please indicate where you saw Tetra Tech’s IDS ad posted.

Apply on-line at: https://bit.ly/AssistantEditorTT

Please ensure that your Cover Letter and CV/Resume are uploaded and submit only the requested documentation as part of your application. Incomplete applications and/or corrupt files may delay processing of your application or remove you from consideration. Applications that do not meet the minimum requirements listed above will not be considered. No phone calls will be accepted.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations related to COVID-19 that are mandated by local, state, and federal authorities.

Tetra Tech International Development is committed to safeguarding and technical excellence in equality and social inclusion. Our team of dedicated Gender, Youth, and Social Inclusion (GYSI) advisers work closely with our staff and partners to share international norms and best practices to improve the livelihoods of the world’s most marginalized groups. Tetra Tech International Development is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that aim to expand inclusion and an authentic sense of belonging to all our staff regardless of background. If you need a reasonable accommodation with your application process, contact our Global Talent Operations team.

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees – 21,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 450 locations around the world. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams. We are an equal opportunity employer: EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disability.