Inspector Publications Job Description Sample

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Job Summary:

The overall purpose of this position is to Provide Tier 1, first level, support for queries involving vendors and IEEE authors using their payment portal. The role is primary responsible for providing support to all parties involved in the invoicing of IEEE's Article Processing Charges (APC). He/She plays a significant role in assisting with process testing, inquiries regarding accounts receivables, general accounting, tax teams and IEEE editorial systems. He/She acts as a liaison between all parties including vendors and IEEE Marketing, Sales & Design (MSD).

The role typically reports to the Manager, Periodical Manufacturing and Distribution/Reprints and functions as an individual contributor. This position works under general supervision by the Manager Periodicals Manufacturing & Distribution/Reprints. The incumbent is required to act independently and innovatively in solving problems related to publishing article processing charges processes. He/She has no authority for expenditures but able to make day to day technical decisions within the scope of a user query or request. He/She shares the following decisions with IEEE management and staff with respect to help desk issues, providing input for enhancements and improvements to applications and tools. Actions are typically guided by IEEE business interests as well as standard IEEE and departmental policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Serves as Liaison between IEEE Business APC business owners, MSD, Vendor, IEEE teams on a daily basis

• Monitors entire payment process efficiency and runs analytics for Open Access, Overlength, Voluntary and Color charges

• Partners with MSD lead on setup, process, and efficiency of institutional accounts in vendor's "Agreement Manager" portal and how to structure products

• Utilizes the vendor reporting portal; Merges, consolidates, and extracts data and canned reports to build custom reports in the Data Warehouse for various IEEE leads

• Participates in user acceptance testing for IEEE editorial system upgrades/enhancements and integration in regards to APC processing

• Ensures that inquiries from APC vendor regarding payment processing are answered quickly and thoroughly

• Answers queries in partnership with Manager regarding various requests from IEEE societies and internal teams

• Analyzes problems or concerns that can cause an impediment to author payments with vendor and provides solutions/recommendations in a timely manner

• Formulates an escalation plan for complex issues and notifies all key parties on potential disruptions

• Initiates meetings with lead teams and vendor on APC processing

• Performs general accounting duties e.g. trial balance and ensuring accuracy of invoice reports

• Works with Tax department to make sure invoices are appropriately taxed

• Provides training to individuals on a one to one basis, as needed

• Creates and enters invoice details in vendor portal for processing, as needed

• Works with Accounts Receivables team in ensuring uninitiated transactions are invoiced as well as capturing any bad debt transactions.

Reporting to the VP – Medical Affairs, this position will support the Medical and Scientific Communications platform, including Medical Education, Publications and Congress Strategy at ChemoCentryx. Through cross-functional collaboration, you will oversee the development and execution of the scientific platform and medical narrative of company products, as well as contribute to medical information, product dossiers and scientific communications plans (manuscripts and abstracts) as the organization grows and prepares for its first product launch. You will manage external vendors, including medical writing and medical information agencies as well as internal resources in the development of custom and standard response letters, congress booths content for Medical Affairs, abstracts, posters and manuscripts. You may assist in the planning of advisory boards and also review process of continuing medical education (CME) grant requests, as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Manages and maintains a strategic medical communication and publications plan.

• Contributes to the publication planning and execution according to established guidelines (e.g., GPP3, ICMJE).

• Contributes to Medical Affairs Congress planning activities, such as medical education and medical affairs booth content, as needed.

• Identifies and makes recommendations on opportunities for Medical Education

• Along with the Medical Director, interfaces with commercial and clinical groups as key contributor to the Competitive Intelligence activities in therapeutic areas of relevance to assigned portfolio agents.

• Oversees external vendor operations that support Medical Affairs communication activities, including first line response to inquiries and requests for medical information.

• Contributes to the development of slide decks and other presentation materials, as needed

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Technical Publications department has an opening for a Manager Publications 1. Supervisory or management responsibilities for daily operations of a team or work unit (assignment and supervision of qualified team and book leads, scheduling, operating costs, and representing developed products). Responsibilities include cost, schedule, and technical performance of specific units and work packages on a large system development contract and includes broad responsibility for all aspects of interactive electronic technical manual and other technical documentation development as may be required. Responsible for writing, rewriting, and editing technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, programming manuals, service manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to a wide range of audiences. Acquire subject knowledge by observing performance of production methods, referring to technical specifications, blueprints, engineering illustrations, and trade journals. Oversee writing teams in all aspects of technical manual development and illustration preparation and selecting drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts. Conduct quality review of materials, provide statuses and reports as required, and interface directly with the customer and Life Cycle Management Command publications representatives.

As Northrop Grumman grows, so does our need for high-performing managers. To learn more about our hiring process for manager positions, please feel free to view our Selecting the Best Qualified Managers video: http://www.northropgrumman.com/SQMVideo

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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Communications, English or related field and 10 years of applicable experience. 8 Years applicable experience with a Masters degree. Four years of additional experience maybe considered in lieu of a college degree.
• MUST have an active DoD SECRET clearance.
• MUST possess strong oral and written communication skills and be able to prepare and present reports and presentations to co-workers, managers, and customers.
• MUST possess the ability to multitask on more than one project at a time.
• MUST possess the ability to work with different supporting sections, teams, and groups for the sharing and integration of data.
• MUST be extremely familiar with the content, function, and use of DoD MIL-STDs (MIL-STD-40051 and MIL-HDBK-1222).
• MUST be proficient in XML tagging for paged-based and frame-based technical manual development.
• MUST be proficient in the use of Arbortext Editor.
• MUST be proficient in XML tagging in common text editors such as .txt and UltraEdit.
• MUST be proficient in the use of the current version of Interactive Authoring Display System (IADS).
• MUST be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
• MUST be able to utilize appropriate DTDs, Style Sheets, and xml specifications to create, write, edit, review, finalize, and publish Operator and Maintainer Field and Sustainment level electronic technical manuals (ETMs) and interactive electronic technical manuals (IETMs) as well as software user manuals, system administrator manuals, and technical bulletins.
• MUST have the ability to research, review, and understand technical information, interpret engineering drawings, and develop procedural information for technical documentation.
• MUST have extensive familiarity with managing documents written for multiple version of hardware and software products through multiple revision cycles.
• MUST be able to actively participate in peer reviews, validations, verifications, and logistics maintenance demonstration events to ensure accuracy, usability, and compliance of IETMs/ETMs with contract requirements and associated specifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienced with supervision of multiple writing teams in the support of the development of multiple technical manuals of varying types.

• Experienced in organizing staffing, scheduling, and associated forecasting for cost of projects. Providing timely and accurate reports as required to logistics and senior staff.

• Familiarity with creating, editing, reviewing, finalizing, and publishing depot maintenance work requirements, preventive maintenance checklists, lubrication orders, modification work orders, battle damage assessment and repair documents, service bulletins, pamphlets, pocket guides, quick reference guides, and commercial pamphlets across multiple services (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, and Coast Guard).

• Knowledge of Government Printing Office (GPO) style guide.

• Experienced developing technical materials in an agile software developmental framework environment with daily scrums and monthly sprints.

• Experienced with file management practices, Microsoft SharePoint, and Jira.

• Knowledge of regular expression and macro development.

• Knowledge of XSL creation/modification to transform and extract data from XML files.

• Knowledge of Beyond Compare, Acrobat, and Excel document comparison functions.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Job Number: 2669

Requisition Number: 12612BR

Position Title:

External Description:

JOB SUMMARY:Manage activities related to development, maintenance and routing of illustrated replacement parts catalogs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce complete, clear and accurate illustrated parts books by analyzing Bills of Material (BOMs), AS400, and CAD data to identify serviceable parts

• Ability to develop and maintain complex illustrations of parts and assembly using CREO Illustrate, Isodraw, as well as other publishing tools.

• Interact with product group specialists (Project Assistants, Project Engineers, Service Engineers etc.) to resolve issues relating to serviceable parts and BOMs.

• Provide direction to Publications Database Management Specialist for parts catalog development and revisions.

• Support service parts team with early information for new service parts setup.

• Act as a problem resolution resource within department and within Polaris, particularly as related to dealer and consumer parts-based questions (i.e. historical parts data).

• Provide general technical and consulting support for other Polaris technical publications.

• Use Windchill to review engineering changes and determine the impact on the service parts and drawings to revise existing electronic parts catalog information.

• Execute Lean initiatives. Drive out waste in processes and systems. Increase productivity, speed and quality/accuracy.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION:

• Exhibit strong attention to detail.

• An excellent communicator, verbally and through graphic visualizations.

• The ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Excellent computer skills.

• Ability to learn essential software as required for the position.

• Experience with MS Office suite.

• Experience with CREO, or other CAD modeling software.

• A basic understanding of 3D modeling and 2D engineering documents.

• Ability to read blueprints is desired.

• Experience using AS400 desired.

• Polaris product or powersports industry knowledge, hands-on mechanical experience understanding of basic mechanical concepts preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Very fast-paced, dynamic culture in an office environment Travel as needed (approximately 5-10%)

QID for the EEO Statement - 89594

About this location

This opportunity is located in Roseau just minutes from the Canadian Border, and sits just 20 minutes from renowned Lake of the Woods. Land of 10,000 lakes - an outdoor person's dream - fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, 4-wheeling! Natural splendor and limitless outdoor adventures all within easy reach. Quiet safety and comfort of communities centered on family, friends and neighbors are found here. Local schools are some of the best around with opportunities for students to be involved and excel.

About Polaris

Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) is a global powersports leader that has been fueling the passion of riders, workers and outdoor enthusiasts for more than 60 years. With annual 2017 sales of $5.4 billion, Polaris' innovative, high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; the Sportsman® and Polaris ACE® all-terrain off-road vehicles; Indian Motorcycle® midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; and Polaris RMK®, INDY®, Switchback® and RUSH® snowmobiles. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio, including Transamerican Auto Parts. Polaris' presence in adjacent markets globally includes military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. Visit www.polaris.com for more information.

EEO Statement

Polaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description:

The selected candidate for the Anomaly and Failure Resolution System (AFRS) Authoring Lead will be responsible for technical oversight and subcontract management of the authoring, development, and delivery of all AFRS data products. Technical oversight includes requirements management; systems integration and verification oversight; interacting with team members to produce effective solutions to Action Requests from the field; developing metrics and reports from program data; determining problem areas from analysis of the data trends; and definition of future developments/changes to improve AFRS products. Technical Subcontract Management support responsibilities include technical control and oversight of AFRS partners/suppliers. Specific responsibilities are coordination and monitoring of subcontractor RFPs, SOWs, deliverables, schedule; resolving supplier performance issues; resolving internal programmatic issues that may affect supplier performance; and resolving accounts payable / invoicing issues. Other responsibilities also include understanding the AFRS/OBPHM software and architecture to define and drive improvements into the system to better support the operational sites. Additional responsibilities include understanding delivered AFRS products performance in the field, evaluating product performance relative to customer expectations, establishing and tracking metrics, and prioritizing recommended changes to products across all operational sites, flight test sites, and production/flight line.

Basic Qualifications

Experience with the following:

• Maintaining and troubleshooting military aircraft

• Technical writing

• Flight line and production operations

Ability to interact with military aircraft acquisition, user, and maintainer customers

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We're focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life. As a Global Publications Lead in Gaithersburg, MD or in Cambridge, UK, you'll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' lives.

The Oncology Business Medical team is the 'face' of AstraZeneca to the healthcare community. OBU Medical team members leverage their scientific and clinical expertise to help healthcare professionals understand how to appropriately utilize AstraZeneca's medicines. AstraZeneca's vision in Oncology is to push the boundaries of science to change the practice of medicine, transform the lives of patients living with cancer, and to ultimately eliminate cancer as a cause of death. A broad pipeline of next-generation medicines is focused principally on four disease areas - breast, ovarian, lung and hematological cancers. As well as other tumor types, these are being targeted through four key platforms - immunotherapy, the genetic drivers of cancer and resistance, DNA damage repair, and antibody drug conjugates, underpinned by personalized healthcare and biomarker technologies.

The Global Publications Leader (GPL), Oncology delivers the strategic publications plan for the oncology franchise, and leads a cross-matrix team in the high-profile Immuno-Oncology portfolio of AstraZeneca. Due to the importance of this portfolio, you must be an experienced publications professional, ready for new challenges with creative and collaborative problem-solving skills. The prominence of this role will provide you with opportunities for significant interactions with senior and global stakeholder in the organization as well as key external stakeholders.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Leading the development and execution of the publication strategy and tactical plan for global clinical studies in humans from Phase I-IV, and non-clinical trial sources including health economics and outcomes research, epidemiology, real-world evidence (RWE), payer, and non-interventional studies, aligned with a specific medical strategies and objectives

• Heading the development of scientific, clinical and RWE planning data into timely publications for prescribers, payers, and patients through disease state and medicine insights and leading effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and external alliances

• Tracking existing publication plans to ensure alignment with evidence plans

• The day-to-day management of assigned publication plans, delivery of outputs, financial tracking and meeting activities, working closely with all members of the delivery team

• Developing a thorough understanding of internal and external stakeholders to further the leverage of clinical and RWE studies

• Manage external agency partners to ensure accuracy of publication plan and publication deliverables with respect to time, quality and cost, and ensuring correct compliance documentation is in place including budgetary responsibilities

Minimum Requirements – Education and Experience

• Relevant University Degree (BS/BA) and 5+ years of experience in publication planning/medical communications OR Advanced degree in a scientific or medical discipline (eg PharmD, PhD, MD) and 2+ years of experience

• Oncology therapeutic area expertise required (2 years minimum)

• Poise in senior leader engagement

• Ability to prioritize, thrive and execute in high pressure situations

• Clear and effective communication skills

• Collaborative and consultative cross-matrix abilities

• The ability to appreciate and work within a large strategic framework, while maintaining strong attention to detail and compliance to global publications ethical standards and company publications policy and SOPs

• A blend of strategic agility and tactical execution skills

• Passion, ambition and a flair for strong team leadership across the organization

• Demonstrated performance, budget, and resource management skills in a global organization

• Ability to understand and adhere to good publication practices and relevant guidelines on and scientific data communication, such as ICMJE, GPP3, company policy and SOPs

Skills and Capabilities

• Strong therapeutic knowledge in oncology, ideally in immuno-oncology.

• Complete multiple projects with a common deadline

• Experience in collaboration within a medical affairs organization

• Broad understanding of drug development process

• Experience in medical communications gained through working in the pharmaceutical industry or a medical communications agency

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with external experts, investigators, journal editors and publishers and professional bodies

• Flexibility and adaptability to manage long-term activities in a constantly changing internal and external environment

• Working knowledge of Datavision publication management systems

• Certification as a Medical Publication Professional (CMPP) desired

Next Steps – Apply Today!

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity. If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Department Information

Health Information Office

Make a difference-Join HCPF by improving health care access and outcomes for the people we serve while demonstrating stewardship of financial resources.

The Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (Department) offers a competitive benefits package to include the Public Employees Retirement Account (PERA), 401k/457, health/dental insurance options, 10 holidays, accrual of paid sick and vacation/annual time, flex place and flex time. The Department is also centrally located; offers affordable ECO passes; has a fitness center on-site; and a variety of discounts on services and products are available to state employees through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Employment Discount Program.

The Department also encourages employees to take advantage of advanced education and offers reduced college tuition through CSU Global for their employees. This Department is a "Tobacco Free Workplace".http://www.colorado.gov/hcpf.

The Health Information Office develops, implements, and maintains the Department's Health Information Technology (Health IT) and related Information Technology (IT) infrastructure, while coordinating with the Governor's Office of Information Technology and other stakeholders on HIT and IT projects that impact the Department. Major responsibilities of the Health Information Office include enhancing and maintaining the Department's health care claims payment system (Medicaid Management Information System or MMIS) and client eligibility system (Colorado Benefits Management System or CBMS) by developing requirements documentation, reviewing detailed system design approaches, proposing systems solutions to program staff and implementing systems solutions to support Department initiatives. In addition to aligning the Department's infrastructure, this Office creates a foundation for emerging Health IT solutions that will be necessary to implement the Department's transformational vision for the future of Medicaid.

Within the Office, The Fiscal Agent Operations Section manages and enhances the current operations of MMIS and assists with the implementation of a new MMIS (the Colorado inter

Change) in order to assure timely and accurate claims processing in an environment of rapid policy to improve monitoring capabilities and program management of the Medicaid program. Fiscal Agent operations are provided through a contractor, and the Section is responsible for monitoring the Fiscal Agent's performance for claims reimbursement, provider enrollment, and medical benefit coverage. Additionally, the Section directs and supports various State and Federal audits.

Description of Job

This position is also the unit supervisor over three (3) FTE who work with publications and quality assurance issues with the Fiscal agent and Medicaid providers. This position will be accountable, including signature authority, for actions and decisions that directly impact, pay, status and tenure of these three positions

This position will be responsible for ensuring edits related to the processing of claims are in place and maintained in the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS or the Colorado inter

Change) in accordance with Department policy. This position will be responsible for working closely with program staff and technical systems staff in both the implementation and operational phases of the National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI). The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) developed NCCI to promote national correct coding methodologies and to control improper coding leading to inappropriate payment in Medicare and Medicaid claims. The NCCI allows the Department to prevent incorrect and/or fraudulent payments by investing in software that would automatically check provider claim submissions to determine if claims include contradictory services codes, or other problems which would result in a denial of the request for payment.

This position will be responsible for vendor oversight; including ensuring contractual requirements are met, working with vendor leadership to identify and resolve issues, and ensuring acceptable service levels are maintained. This position ensures that business processes and results demonstrate adherence and compliance with federal/state/regulatory standards and procedures while meeting Department goals and objectives. This position develops and implements policies, procedures, and guidelines for operational claims processes.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment. Four years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.

Substitutions:

Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Additional appropriate education will substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.

DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Supervising professionals or serving as a team lead.

• Professional experience working as an analyst or project leader for a health plan or health care provider

• Experience with program development involving complex problem resolution

• Prior experience working with diverse stakeholders or managing stakeholder relations, including strong communication skills

• Ability to set and prioritize workload, develop a work plan with tasks, time frames, milestones, resources, and dependencies

• Ability to be self-motivated and self-directed, while possessing the ability to work in a team environment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1.All positions at HCPF are security sensitive positions and require that the individuals undergo a criminal record background check as a condition of employment.
2.Employees who have been disciplinarily terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.

APPEAL RIGHTS:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State

Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.

Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb.

A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action:

Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038.

Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Supplemental Information

Address Confidentiality Program:

If you are covered by the Address Confidentiality Program, CRS 24-21-201 through 24-21-214, please notify the HR office or analyst listed on this announcement so that you are provided the appropriate time extension for notifications provided by U.S. mail. The extension allowed under this program applies only to U.S. mail notifications that include a deadline of 10 days or less.

Applications will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualification for the position. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration.

Be sure your application specifically addresses the requirements as listed in the minimum qualifications. Address your specialized experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position duties and minimum and preferred qualifications. Attach additional pages if necessary to fully explain your experience and accomplishments.

Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement will result in your application being rejected.

Technical Help:

If you experience difficulty in uploading or attaching documents to your online application, call NEOGOV technical support at 877-204-4442 anytime between 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Pacific Time). Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement will result in your application being rejected.

ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment.

To request an accommodation, please contact by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

Description

Geologic Publications Editor (NRS3)

Washington Geological Survey, Natural Resources Building, Olympia

Recruitment # 2019-04-2385

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?

The Washington Geological Survey is looking for a publications editor with a geoscience background to join a diverse and highly motivated team of geologists, cartographers, and data scientists as a permanent, full-time member of our publications group.

In a fast-paced dynamic work environment where no two days are alike, you will use your knowledge of geology and your strong writing and design skills to produce a variety of publications, ranging from geologic maps to posters, pamphlets, fact sheets, and books. You will use your ability to write for a variety of audiences to help Survey geologists communicate their science to the public. This unique position combines your scientific training with your publications and design background to do work that is important to the success of the Survey and is valued by Survey staff.

What will we trust you with?

• Creating a variety of publications, graphics, and figures using professional design and layout software

• Editing text written by Survey authors, including providing constructive feedback on style and content

• Generating and editing new content for our website and blog

• Effective time management and ability to work independently on assigned tasks

• Good communication, teamwork, and a positive, diligent work ethic

• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a desire to learn new skills

Why work for DNR?

Our Values

At DNR, we value public service, innovation and creative problem solving, safety and well-being, and leadership and teamwork.

Our Why

At DNR you'll support the vision of a sustainable future by using your skills to protect and manage the state's natural resources for both current and future generations. As a DNR employee, you'll work with the public's interest in mind as we manage more than 5 million acres of state-owned forest, range, commercial, agricultural and aquatic lands. But managing lands is only half of our story. We also protect other public resources such as fish, wildlife, water, and provide public access to outdoor recreation. Two of our largest and most important state-wide resource protection responsibilities are fire prevention and suppression, and overseeing forest practices.

We are nearly 1,500 employees strong and dedicated to making DNR a great place to work. Our mission is to serve Washington's lands and communities; build strong and healthy rural communities; enhance forest health and wildfire management; strengthen the health and resilience of our lands and waters; and increase public engagement and commitment to our public lands and resources. In partnership with citizens and governments, we provide innovative leadership and expertise to ensure environmental protection, public safety, perpetual funding for schools and communities, and a rich quality of life. At DNR we approach our work through the lens of making Washington a better place environmentally, economically and socially for current and future generations.

The Location

One of the world's most scenic places, Washington State offers breathtaking discoveries for people who love natural beauty and outdoor recreation, from the Pacific Coast shores to the rugged Cascade Mountains to the rolling hills of the Palouse. Your office will be located in Olympia on the state capital campus and minutes from downtown and the South Puget Sound.

What makes DNR a great place to work?

• Transitioning to a modern work environment

• Mobile work

• Infants at work program

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness

• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council

• Leadership that empowers and supports employees

• Work/life balance

• Leadership development opportunities

• Educational aid and career development stipends

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments

• Opportunities to stretch your professional skills

• A comprehensive benefit package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.

Why do people choose to work for DNR?

"I enjoy the clients I support and there are a ton of smart, fun, passionate people in this agency that I have the privilege of interacting with and learning from. DNR is a great place because of the people who are here. They are passionate, hard-working, loyal, intelligent, kind, and FUN! The aspects of the agency that speak to me are how diverse the work is that we do; from forests to grass lands, from mountain tops to under water, the composition of the agency made up by various different responsibilities makes it so interesting."

"I am committed to this agency's purpose, the Washington Geological Survey is an amazing place full of innovative, creative, and open-minded people, and I get great satisfaction from serving Washington's residents. I love it here because this place loves me. I like how I am made to feel valued, appreciated, and I feel that my skills are constantly being broadened. I am generally my only limitation."

"The idea of managing the resources in perpetuity really speaks to me. I like that the work DNR does tries to strike a balance between business and conservation and that I don't have to compromise one for the other because I am expected to do both. We are expected to be good stewards of the resources and the decisions we make mean something...in perpetuity."

Who are we looking for?

Required Qualifications:

The right candidate has:

• Bachelor's degree in geology or one of the specific geologic disciplines

• Two years of experience editing and producing publications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite or similar programs

• Demonstrated ability in technical editing

• Demonstrated competence in page layout and graphic design

• Working knowledge of publication standards for geologic maps and reports

• Acute attention to detail

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to internal and external groups and individuals

• Ability to communicate technical material to a lay audience

• A good ear for writing and a good eye for design

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work alone

• Ability to collaborate as a member of a team

• Ability to give criticism without offending

• Ability to listen to criticism without taking it personally

• A continual striving for excellence

• A desire to serve the public

Desirable Qualifications:

• Master's degree in geology or one of the specific geologic disciplines

• Geology license

• Experience with web design and maintenance

• Familiarity with Washington State geography and geology

• Facility with social media

• Working knowledge of publication standards for other types of publications

• Photography and illustration skills

• Training or hands-on experience in publications, journalism/PR, art, graphics, form design, or display design

• Knowledge of ArcGIS and experience designing GIS map documents

• Experience designing, maintaining, and editing spatial databases, and metadata

• Experience in successful project management

APPLICATION PROCESS

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above)

• You must complete the entire online application to be considered for the position.

• You must attach the following:

• A letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile, required and desired position qualifications, and special position requirements.

• A resume including the names of three to five professional references

• Three writing samples (two scientific writing samples and one piece written for a general audience), and two design samples (these could be maps, websites, booklets, pamphlets, posters, infographics, or scientific figures).

Carefully review your application materials before submitting. If you fail to submit the required documents or complete the entire online application, you may no longer be considered for the position by the supervisor.

Application Status – once you submit your online application, you can check your status by logging into your account. Finalists for the position will be contacted by the hiring managers directly.

Questions? Please contact Susan Schnur at 360-902-2913, susan.schnur@dnr.wa.gov or e-mail us at DNRrecruiting@dnr.wa.gov.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have a lot of fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems has an opening for a Publications Coordinator 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA.

Essential Functions:

Utilizing desk top publishing software systems, formats, produces, and/or revises publication materials such as technical articles, proposals, publications, books, manuals, reports, and marketing materials. Determines project requirements and presents drafts of finished product to user. Ensures high quality of output and compatibility of product with follow-on reproduction processes. Prepares layouts and graphic design. Maintains production logs and cost data for project scheduling, budgeting, and billing. Exclude dedicated word processing operators and illustrators.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

• 4 years digital printing experience

• Current and active DoD Secret clearance

• Must the ability to obtain and retain SAP / SAR classified clearance to access company sensitive reproduction applications in compliance with DOD and Company security requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be knowledgeable of Xerographic production equipment (All types)

• Must have Wide format color plotters and operating software knowledge

• Must have full knowledge of the Graphtec FC8600 Vinyl cutter and OMEGA Composer software

• Must have full knowledge and operation of Geo Knight Heat Press

• Must have knowledge and operation of SawTrax cutter

• Must have full knowledge and operation of 44" Polar/Mohr paper cutter – Must be able to perform maintenance and change blades

• Extensive knowledge of bindery equipment: Cutters, Stitcher, Saddle Stitcher, hole punch, collators and miscellaneous finishers

• Must have experience creating company-required signage (Services include; the development of signs, displays and banners, matting and framing posters and pictures, and providing nameplates upon customer request. Lamination/mounting from badge size to poster size)

• Must be willing to work OT and weekends

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.