Editorial Assistant Jobs

Governors State University is seeking to hire a Level One Editorial Assistant (EA) to be responsible for assisting in preparing, reading, and editing copy for presentation of GSU Newsroom which houses promotional content that advances the University’s mission, values, and strategies. The EA will be an exceptional proofreader and copy editor with excellent writing skills who works closely with the Project Coordinator, Lead Writer and Manager of Media and External Relations.
Essential Responsibilities:
50% Supports Marketing and Communications colleagues across the department to edit,
revise, proof copy for advertising and editorial publications. Collaborates with editorial
teams to ensure copy is consistent with brand standards, University initiatives and voice
across multiple mediums including print, web, social, and digital. EA assists with project
coordination across the University.
30% Assists Marketing and Communications colleagues with researching and writing press
releases to highlight the University’s mission, strategies, and goals. Attends campus
events and programs as needed to craft engaging messages and build goodwill toward
the University. Assists in establishing faculty and alumni directories.
10% Assists with proofing and revising web content for Slate and other marketing campaigns
to promote student enrollment and/or the University’s mission, strategies, and goals.
5% Participates in weekly content strategy meetings with Marketing and Communications
team to create, coordinate and refine content to support the University’s mission,
strategies, and goals.
5% Other duties as assigned.
Other Responsibilities:
Manages workflow.

Starting Hourly Rate: $15.51.
(This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).
This position qualifies for an expansive suite of fringe benefits including, various insurance options, paid time off, retirement and investment options, and tuition waivers. Visit: https://www.govst.edu/benefits/.

REQUIRED: DOCUMENTATION CONFIRMING HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION OR EQUIVALENT MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION, COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS MAY BE SUBSTITUTED (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below).
1. High school graduation or equivalent.
2. Any one or any combination of the following, totaling one (1) year (12 months), from the categories below:
A. experience in editorial and proofreading work
B. college course work, preferably in journalism, and/or communications, English, public relations or a closely related field

EXAM TYPE: CREDENTIALS ASSESSMENT (YOU DO NOT NEED TO COME IN FOR THIS EXAM.
For more details about this classification, visit: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/Detail.aspx?tblClassIndexID=3302.

For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
1: High school diploma or GED. May substitute with college transcript. College transcript must be attached to have college credits considered to meet minimum requirements.
2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details).
3: Cover Letter.
4: Resume.
5: A list of three Professional References (We will only contact your references if you are a finalist).

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS:
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources:
1: Department of Defense – DD214 / DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form
3: Discharge Orders
4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate