Project Specialist FPP (Editor) Job at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK, United States, 74074
Position Details
Req ID: req18658
Position Title: Project Specialist FPP (Editor)
Position Type: Staff Full-Time
Position Number: AS6938
OSU Campus: Stillwater
Department: Fire Protection Publications
Location Address: 930 N. Willis
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States
Hiring Supervisor: Reinaldo Sanchez
Hiring Range (Contingent upon available funding): $21.25 - $29.00 Hourly
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 am to 5 pm, lunch from 12 pm - 1 pm
Job Summary:
Fire Protection Publications is a mission-driven, values-based organization dedicated to the production of high-quality educational content for the international community of firefighters and first responders.
In this role, the Project Specialist will lead the project development of fire service training manuals from chapter drafts through final publication of the entire manual. Responsibilities include:
- Coordinate the review of draft materials with a committee of subject matter experts.
- Research, compose and/or revise original drafts for use in fire service training manuals.
- Select and assist in the creation of photos, artwork, and tables for use in final publication.
- Edit manual text for grammar, spelling, style, organization, and completion.
- Proof manual copy layout for grammar, spelling, style, and formatting errors.
- Work with other departments to assist with the creation of instructional materials, multimedia, presentations, marketing materials, and newsletters as requested.
- Participate in the implementation of goals and objectives of Fire Protection Publications as requested.
- Explore professional development opportunities in vocational training, adult education, fire service training, and technical writing and editing.
- Represent FPP and IFSTA as needed, serving as a Lead Editor to IFSTA validation committees.
- Deliver presentations and committee orientations at seminars, conferences, university functions, or staff meetings upon request.
- Other duties as assigned.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, you must attach a cover letter, complete resume, and three professional references with a phone number where they can be reached.
Education & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and one year of related work experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and other pertinent computer software used in this position. Excellent written and oral communication skills, and excellent time management skills.
Demonstrated understanding and application of FPP’s organizational values: Service, Quality, Integrity, and Collaboration.
Highly organized with the ability to set and maintain schedules, excellent writing skills, and action/solution-oriented.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Secondary, Adult, Vocational or Occupational Education, Educational Psychology, Technical Writing, Fire Protection, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field. Firefighter, Fire Officer, Fire Instructor certification. Vocational education in the emergency services field.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers, and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
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