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Proofreader Duties and Responsibilities

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Purpose of Classification:

Proofreads and edits articles, manuscripts and various types of copy. Reviews material for grammatical errors and style consistency. Formats text on a word processor. This is a specialized classification and not part of a series.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of duties and responsibilities that may be required of employees given this title. It shall not be construed as determining what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit in any way the right of supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Examples of Duties:

  • Reads and evaluates material for grammatical errors and style consistency.
     
  • Confers with writers and/or editors to resolve problems or questions.
     
  • Formats text on a word processor.
     
  • Maintains list of material to be edited while it is being processed.
     
  • Maintains and updates mailing lists.
     
  • Maintains schedule of deadlines for printing and mailing projects and makes printing and mailing arrangements.
     
  • Assists in compiling and formatting bibliographies; performs basic library research related to project.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of language skills necessary for proofreading and editing written material.
     
  • Knowledge of publication formats.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years of experience proofreading or editing text; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

 

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