PUBLICATIONS SPECIALIST II

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This is responsible editorial work in the production of reports and publications.

Work involves editing material for grammatical errors, structural flaws, and adherence to uniform publication formats. Responsibilities include volume production of publications and reports by coordinating the assembling, printing, and mailing of publication projects. Work is performed independently within established methods and procedures, but assistance may be readily obtained on assignments which deviate from established standards, Supervision may be exercised over student assistants and clerical employees.

Edits and supervises production of brochures, leaflets, reports, programs, and publications. Edits manuscripts; arranges and/or produces illustrations for publications.

Receives and reviews galley proofs and negatives from printers, searches for misspelled words, improper spacing, missing words, and missing lines. Obtains cost figures from printing firms; estimates cost to public; coordinates and mails orders for completed publications; issues receipts and deposits funds.

Performs related work as required.

Considerable knowledge of the principles of journalistic editing.

Considerable knowledge of English grammar and spelling.

Some knowledge of volume printing techniques, procedures, and equipment.

Ability to perform extremely careful reviewing and editing of materials.

Graduation from an accredited college or university; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.