Description
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is looking for a full-time, Technical Editor and Word Processor based in Albuquerque, NM.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical editing, document accessibility, and Section 508 compliance. This role involves editing and formatting various documents, ensuring they meet accessibility standards, and supporting project teams in producing high-quality deliverables. An additional role would be to perform as an office support person at our Albuquerque, NM office location.
Your Role
The selected candidate will:
• Edit and format proposals, reports, graphics, and other client deliverables for clarity, readability, organization, spelling, grammar, content, and layout.
• Conduct Section 508 compliance reviews of PDF, Word, and PowerPoint files to ensure document accessibility.
• Develop and update internal training materials and guidance documents on Section 508 compliance.
• Collaborate with project teams to create accessible templates and ensure adherence to project guidelines.
• Provide ad hoc training and support to project teams on document accessibility and compliance.
• Manage editorial projects, including scheduling, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion.
• Use Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and other software to produce high-quality documents.
• Adapt to various client style guides and familiarize with internal style guide modeled after Chicago Manual of Style.
• Perform other cross-functional duties as assigned.
• Occasional writing tasks.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Qualifications
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical editing and document formatting.
• Proven expertise in Section 508 compliance and document accessibility.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and SharePoint.
• Strong understanding of various style guides (primarily Chicago Manual of Style).
• Strong understanding of Word "Styles" and formatting.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an office or remote environment.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in training on document accessibility a plus.
• Technical writing experience preferred.
Degree / Certifications
• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, or a related field.
Work Environment
This position requires the ability to work at computer screen for extended periods.
Life at Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), time off with pay, 401k retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.
About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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Please no phone calls or agencies.
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