Election Materials Proofreader - Bilingual English/Filipino Skills

Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel
• Strong technical skills, including the ability to perform basic troubleshooting for software and hardware problems, the ability to research problems and solutions, and the ability to learn new software and procedures quickly
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in proofreading, editing, journalism, translating, literature, or another related field.
• Technical Writing Certificate or Other Related Certification (preferred).
• Work Experience: At least six months of experience proofreading documents and/or translating in the target language (English, Chinese, Filipino or Spanish).
• Professional background in proofreading, editing, journalism, translating, creative or technical writing, or another related field.

Requirements

• Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneNote.
• Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint and One Drive.
• Experience with or ability to learn Microsoft Teams or equivalent video-conferencing software.
• The ability to prioritize work, coordinate several activities simultaneously, organize and maintain accurate files and records, use spreadsheets to track files and task progress, and understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Strong organization and time management skills are essential.

Skills

• The ability to prioritize work, coordinate several activities simultaneously, organize and maintain accurate files and records, use spreadsheets to track files and task progress, and understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Strong organization and time management skills are essential.

Pay

The hourly wage for this position starts at $33.44.

Schedule

Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. These positions WILL require weekend and evening work assignments, sometimes with short notice.

About the Role

The Elections Materials Proofreader is classified as an Office Specialist. The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process.

Benefits

Extra-help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

Benefits

Some extra-help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act.