Proofreader jobs in Frankfort, KY

Proofreader proofreads, reviews and edits documents for accurate use of grammar and content. Corrects any grammatical, spelling, typographical, or compositional errors in original copy. Being a Proofreader typically requires an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Proofreader works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Proofreader typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Legislative Proofreader -Legislative Research Commission
  • Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • Frankfort, KY FULL_TIME
  • Advertisement Closes
    12/15/2023 (7:00 PM EST)
    23-09832
    Legislative Proofreader -Legislative Research Commission
    Employment Type
    LEGISLATIVE BRANCH | PART TIME (MORE THAN 100HR/MONTH) | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | LRC | 40.0 HR/WK
    Click here for more details on state employment.
    Hiring Agency
    Legislative | Legislative Research Commission
    Location
    702 Capital Ave Capitol Annex Room 456
    Frankfort KY 40601 USA
    Description
    The Legislative Research Commission is accepting applications for the position of Legislative Proofreader in the Legislative Services Department. This position is nonpartisan in nature and requires the ability to work with neutrality in a politically charged environment.

    The Legislative Research Commission provides staff support to the Kentucky General Assembly. The agency offers unique opportunities to people seeking fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding careers. LRC staff members provide diverse services and are united by the common purpose of supporting the branch of government closest to the people.

    The individual selected for this position must have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a public service orientation with the ability to maintain a good rapport with LRC staff, state employees, and the public. The individual must be able to work under stress, with the understanding that during legislative sessions and occasionally during the interim period, working significant amounts of overtime will be required.

    This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits including health and life insurance; retirement plan; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. Compensatory time is awarded on an hour-for-hour basis with prior approval.

    Job Duties:
    • Proofread all documents with a keen eye for detail, typographical errors, formatting, and language that might be inflammatory or political.
    • Edit for content, grammar, clarity, phrasing, style, tone, and organization.
    • Compose and edit letters, questionnaires, citations, and other documents.
    • Assist other staff in making corrections to work product to convey a professional impression on behalf of every legislator.
    • Perform necessary research to verify information contained in the document.
    • Report repetitive mistakes to Supervisor for Legislative Services.
    • Adhere to LRC writing style manual.
    • Develop and present training workshops as a professional development tool for LRC staff, upon the request of legislative services supervisors.
    • Assist Citations Proofreaders when necessary.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.
    Desired Skills and Abilities:
    • Ability to perform in a professional manner and maintain a calm demeanor under intense pressure.
    • Knowledge of correct business English, writing styles, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
    • Ability to interact with colleagues and explain corrections in materials.
    • Ability to understand and uphold the strict confidential nature of legislative work.
    • Ability to uphold expectations of a nonpartisan staff member.
    • Ability to work extended hours as needed.
    Minimum Requirements
    EDUCATION: A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, publishing, or related field supplemented by 1 year in education, journalism, publishing, or related field.


    EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Experience in the subject matter area may be substituted for education at the discretion of the hiring supervisor/manager.


    Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE


    Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE


    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
    If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Becca Fryman at becca.fryman@lrc.ky.gov or 502-564-8100.
    An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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Program Analyst - USA ONLY - REMOTE
  • CBRE
  • Frankfort, KY
  • Program Analyst - USA ONLY - REMOTE Job ID 159995 Posted 20-Mar-2024 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Shift Lead
  • WALGREENS
  • Shelbyville, KY
  • Opens and closes the store in the absence of store management, including all required systems start-ups, required cash h...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician
  • Baptist Health
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Description: Principal Duties and Responsibilities: The following is a summary of the major functions of this indivi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dining Room Hospitality
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Frankfort, KY
  • Description We're looking for our next great Dining Room Hospitality Team Member! As a FOH Team Member, you will: welcom...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) 12 MONTH ROSTER (AMENDED)
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lexington, KY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS & INTERNATIONAL (LB&I) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) 12 MONTH ROSTER 'AMENDED'
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lexington, KY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF EMPLOYED (SBSE) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ht...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - (Temp NTE 1 Year, MBE, MBMP) 12 MONTH ROSTER (AMENDED)
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lexington, KY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF EMPLOYED (SB/SE)DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ht...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Legal Executive Assistant and Financial Coordinator
  • Recruiting for Confidential Client
  • Lexington, KY
  • We are a growing business and litigation law firm with approximately 200 attorneys in the Mid-Atlantic region. Our team'...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Frankfort is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the seat of Franklin County. It is a home rule-class city in Kentucky; the population was 25,527 at the 2010 census. Located along the Kentucky River, Frankfort is the principal city of the Frankfort, Kentucky Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Franklin and Anderson counties. Frankfort is located in the (inner) Bluegrass region of Central Kentucky. The city is bisected by the Kentucky River, which makes an s-turn as it passes through the center of town. The river valley widens at this point, which creates fou...
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Income Estimation for Proofreader jobs
$46,969 to $62,067
Frankfort, Kentucky area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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