The Society of American Foresters
Editorial Specialist
The Society of American Foresters, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Organization Background
The Society of American Foresters (SAF) is the national scientific and educational organization representing the forestry profession in the United States. Founded in 1900 by Gifford Pinchot, it is the largest professional society for foresters and other forest management professionals and academics in the world. The mission of the Society of American Foresters is to advance sustainable management of forest resources through science, education, and technology; to enhance the competency of its members; to establish professional excellence; and to use our knowledge, skills, and conservation ethic to ensure the continued health, integrity, and use of forests to benefit society in perpetuity.
Position Summary
The Editorial Specialist provides support and assistance to the Director of Publications in the production of two scholarly journals, monthly newspaper, and other publications produced by the Society of American Foresters. This position supports the production of journals, a newspaper, and other publication products as needed. This individual is responsible for manuscript submission systems, correspondence with authors, reviewers, and editors; editing proofs; and creating content for print and social media.
Nature and Scope of the Position:
PublicationsProvides administrative support for all publications produced by the SocietyManages article content, including aggregating news items and writing copyConducts interviews and writes articles for The Forestry SourceCorresponds with all parties and vendors in the publication processCopyedits SAF publications per Chicago Manual of Style and SAF Style GuideMaintains the manuscript submission platform dataManages JOURNAL and FORESTRYSOURCE email accountsAids authors, reviewers, associate editors, and editors through the peer review and production processesEscorts proofs from acceptance, through production, to digital/print publication for SAF publicationsOccasional data analysisOccasional copyediting of other SAF communicationsSupports the Publications department as neededSupervision Received and Exercised:
This position works under direct supervision of the Director of Publications and does not have any supervisory duties.
Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Publications, or a related fieldThree plus (3+) years copyeditingThree plus (3+) years writing copy for printComprehensive knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style or APA requirementsProficient with in-house style and branding guidesAbility to meet deadlines, anticipate upcoming requirements, and balance multiple projects, all with attention to detail in a dynamic work environmentAbility to work independently to solve problems, create content, and manage productionSkilled in writing, editing, print, and digital publishingProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsProficient in Excel
Preferred Work Experience and Qualifications:Podcast creationKnowledge and passion for forests and natural resources a plus
LocationHybrid, within 30-mile commuting distance of Washington, DC
SalaryThe salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000
Please submit a cover letter for consideration
Occupational Health and Safety: SAF provides a workplace free from recognized hazards and complies with standards, rules and regulations issued under the OSH Act.
Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, filing cabinets, and mail machines.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, speak, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Reasonable Accommodation. SAF will provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified individual with a disability, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the operation of the business.
Expected Hours of Work: Some flexibility of hours and telework may be allowed, but all employees must be available during "core" work hours and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Two work days each week must be in person in the Washington, DC office.
Travel: Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
EEO Statement: The Society of American Foresters (SAF) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identification, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SAF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall and transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SAF expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SAF's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Disclaimer
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Society of American Foresters (SAF) is the national scientific and educational organization representing the forestry profession in the United States. Founded in 1900 by Gifford Pinchot, it is the largest professional society for foresters and other forest management professionals and academics in the world. The mission of the Society of American Foresters is to advance sustainable management of forest resources through science, education, and technology; to enhance the competency of its members; to establish professional excellence; and to use our knowledge, skills, and conservation ethic to ensure the continued health, integrity, and use of forests to benefit society in perpetuity.
Position Summary
The Editorial Specialist provides support and assistance to the Director of Publications in the production of two scholarly journals, monthly newspaper, and other publications produced by the Society of American Foresters. This position supports the production of journals, a newspaper, and other publication products as needed. This individual is responsible for manuscript submission systems, correspondence with authors, reviewers, and editors; editing proofs; and creating content for print and social media.
Nature and Scope of the Position:
PublicationsProvides administrative support for all publications produced by the SocietyManages article content, including aggregating news items and writing copyConducts interviews and writes articles for The Forestry SourceCorresponds with all parties and vendors in the publication processCopyedits SAF publications per Chicago Manual of Style and SAF Style GuideMaintains the manuscript submission platform dataManages JOURNAL and FORESTRYSOURCE email accountsAids authors, reviewers, associate editors, and editors through the peer review and production processesEscorts proofs from acceptance, through production, to digital/print publication for SAF publicationsOccasional data analysisOccasional copyediting of other SAF communicationsSupports the Publications department as neededSupervision Received and Exercised:
This position works under direct supervision of the Director of Publications and does not have any supervisory duties.
Minimum Work Experience and Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Publications, or a related fieldThree plus (3+) years copyeditingThree plus (3+) years writing copy for printComprehensive knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style or APA requirementsProficient with in-house style and branding guidesAbility to meet deadlines, anticipate upcoming requirements, and balance multiple projects, all with attention to detail in a dynamic work environmentAbility to work independently to solve problems, create content, and manage productionSkilled in writing, editing, print, and digital publishingProficient in Microsoft Office applicationsProficient in Excel
Preferred Work Experience and Qualifications:Podcast creationKnowledge and passion for forests and natural resources a plus
LocationHybrid, within 30-mile commuting distance of Washington, DC
SalaryThe salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000
Please submit a cover letter for consideration
Occupational Health and Safety: SAF provides a workplace free from recognized hazards and complies with standards, rules and regulations issued under the OSH Act.
Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, filing cabinets, and mail machines.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, speak, and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Reasonable Accommodation. SAF will provide reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified individual with a disability, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the operation of the business.
Expected Hours of Work: Some flexibility of hours and telework may be allowed, but all employees must be available during "core" work hours and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Two work days each week must be in person in the Washington, DC office.
Travel: Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.
EEO Statement: The Society of American Foresters (SAF) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identification, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SAF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall and transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SAF expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SAF's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Disclaimer
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.