Copy Editor Human Rights Defense Center United States

Human Rights Defense Center: PLN Managing/Copy Editor
The Human Rights Defense Center (www.humanrightsdefensecenter.org) is a nonprofit organization that advocates for the human rights of people held in U.S. detention facilities.

For the past 31 years, HRDC has published a monthly magazine, Prison Legal News, that covers civil case law and news related to prisons, jails, and criminal justice issues. We are seeking a managing editor for Prison Legal News. www.prisonlegalnews.org

Candidates should be self-starters and motivated, able to work without direct supervision, and have an excellent work ethic and strong communication and interpersonal skills. This is a full-time salaried position that requires a minimum of 40 hours per week, although actual work hours may exceed 40 hours per week and require time on weekends for deadlines.

Knowledge and familiarity with the criminal justice system in general and prisons and jails, in particular, are required. Likewise, familiarity with legal terms, litigation, and court rulings is required.

A minimum of five years in an editorship position or related work experience is required; a degree in English, journalism, law, or a related field is desired but not required. Familiarity with criminal law, the court system, and criminal justice-related issues is also desired. Strong computer skills and knowledge of office software packages, including Microsoft OS, MS Office, and Adobe Acrobat, are required.

The successful candidate will have exceptional writing and editing skills as well as the ability to meet deadlines, track assignments, and communicate with writers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for producing PLN each month, including copy editing; this does not include layout. Some content generation (article writing) will be required as well as generating web-only content.
HRDC is an equal opportunity employer. Formerly incarcerated persons are strongly encouraged to apply except those with convictions for crimes that involved fraud or dishonesty.

No phone calls, please. Submit a resumé with writing samples and three references from previous employers.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Writing Skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Company’s website:

• https://www.humanrightsdefensecenter.org

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely:

• Yes

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place