Job Opportunity: Technical Editor
Posted March 5, 2025
CTC & Associates LLC (ctcandassociates.com) is a consulting firm based in Lincoln, Nebraska, with 14 employees, all work-from-home. CTC provides research and communication services exclusively to clients in the transportation sector. More than 90% of our client base is composed of state departments of transportation. Current clients include the states of California, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Oklahoma, Utah and Vermont.
CTC is in need of assistance with technical editing for research synthesis reports. These small-scale research projects involve the collection, summary and synthesis of information on nearly every topic related to highway transportation. Examples of synthesis reports may be found at ctcandassociates.com/information-services. The sources of information for these reports typically include online research and surveys of government employees.
CTC hopes to find an experienced editor for this position.
This person will take on all aspects of revising, copyediting and proofreading draft synthesis reports for appropriateness of content, clarity of presentation and consistency of format. Ideally this person will also take on the additional duties of conducting and writing these synthesis reports based on CTC’s need.
The right person for this position will have a sharp eye for detail and — though CTC will provide training and ongoing support — will be a natural at deducing guidelines from product examples. This person will also be a critical judge of information, a nuanced thinker and a naturally curious learner. They will also understand how to conduct themselves according to the highest professional standards in a consulting environment, with attention to competing needs and deadlines.
Requirements
- Formal training in editing.
- 3+ years of editing experience in a technical field.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- A degree in journalism or library science is a plus, as is an advanced university degree.
- Availability to work 10 hours weekly to start, building to as high as 35 hours.
- U.S. citizenship or permanent work visa.
Additional Terms and Description
- The position is on a contract basis with the opportunity to move to employment with paid-time-off benefits based on performance and fit.
- Pay starts at $55 per hour with opportunities for increases.
- Work can be conducted on a flexible schedule, with occasional availability required during business hours for check-in calls with CTC management.
- The position is 100% work-from-home; CTC staff are located around the United States.
- Direct contact with CTC clients is not anticipated for this position.
Note
- CTC and client policies prohibit the use of AI tools in creating work products.
Is this position for you?
- If so, please contact Brian Hirt at brian.hirt@ctcandassociates.com to describe your interest in and qualifications for this position.
- In addition to your resume, you may including editing and writing samples if you wish.
- Submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
CTC & Associates LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. CTC & Associates LLC complies with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.