The Publications Specialist II oversees the comprehensive lifecycle and editorial excellence of the agency's magazine, managing production schedules and approval workflows. They act as the primary liaison between writing and design teams while ensuring compliance with federal publishing standards and accessibility requirements.
This position is pending award; it is fully remote and reports to the Program Manager.
Position Summary
The Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor is responsible for the comprehensive lifecycle management and editorial excellence of the agency’s magazine. This senior-level role requires expertise in the logistical administration of a quarterly publication cycle and high-level editorial services. The Editor ensures that the magazine is produced on time, follows rigorous quality standards, and effectively meets strategic communication objectives from initial content intake through final distribution.
Job Description
Lifecycle & Production Management: Oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, including establishing production schedules, managing the publication cycle, and systematically tracking article versions through a comprehensive approval chain.
Editorial & Writing Support: Provide high-level editorial support, assisting with content development and the creation of promotional materials. Implement strict version control and quality assurance protocols throughout the editing and document production process.
Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between writing/author teams and the layout/design teams. Manage complex review processes involving multiple stakeholders, including authors, technical reviewers, and legal counsel.
Compliance & Quality Control: Ensure all final articles and the complete magazine adhere to the GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility requirements. Confirm all necessary sign-offs and approvals are secured before public release.
Logistical Oversight: Manage the administrative aspects of distribution and formatting specifications to ensure the final product meets all organizational standards for professional release.
Education and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely related field. A Master’s degree or equivalent advanced professional certification is highly desirable. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for Bachelor's degree.
Experience: A minimum of 7 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial and publication management.
Proven track record of overseeing the production of a periodical, preferably a technical or specialty publication (e.g., transportation or research journal).
Remote position but must be able and willing to attend meetings in Washington, D.C.
Technical Skills & Competencies
Expertise in project management for recurring publication cycles.
Advanced proficiency in substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading.
Deep understanding of Section 508 compliance and federal publishing standards.
Ability to manage complex approval workflows and coordinate between technical and creative teams.
PCI Federal (PCIF) and its subsidiaries are an equal-opportunity employer. PCIF does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation or identity, Veterans or Disability status.
Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates in accordance with applicable federal law.
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