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Editor, Open Learning - (00180.26)

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Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external

Job Type

Support Staff (CUPE)

Posting In effect from

27/7/2023

Closing Application Date

11/8/2023

Closing date for internal CUPE applicants

11/8/2023

Applications will be reviewed commencing the \xe2\x80\x9cclosing date for internal CUPE applicants\xe2\x80\x9d and may continue until the position is filled.

Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the \xe2\x80\x9cclosing date for internal CUPE applicants\xe2\x80\x9d for their Seniority to be recognized. Applications received after the "closing date for internal CUPE applicants" will be considered alongside external applicants.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Support Type

Auxiliary (Over 4 Months)

Anticipated Start Date

12/9/2023

Position End Date (If Applicable)

31/3/2026

The Hours of work are subject to change depending upon departmental requirements

Schedule

The hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 7 hours a day, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Schedule Description

DUTIES

Under the direction of the Associate Director, Curriculum Services, the Editor, Open Learning works within the Curriculum Services team, providing substantive editing, copy editing, proofreading and review of written educational material.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES * Provides substantive editing, copy editing, proofreading, and/or review of written educational material using strong judgment and analysis skills to achieve structural cohesion, flow, readability, and consistency of style and tone that conform to appropriate editorial standards and internal practices.

• Provides feedback to writers, course leads, and other stakeholders to enhance presentation of the material.
• Edits educational material, being mindful of the learner\'s perspective.
• Edits educational material to an appropriate standard for the presentation method, whether print or digital.
• Ensures that textual copy is grammatically correct.
• Ensures the accuracy of information presented by fact-checking, testing URLs, verifying navigation within the learning management system, and confirming consistency of information in related material and documents.
• Ensures that third party content has been identified, is being cleared for use, and is referenced appropriately.
• Ensures that course components are accounted for and prepared for the course delivery environment.
• Maintains accurate and up to date information in departmental databases.
• Supports educational initiatives of the Curriculum Development Unit.

REPORTS TO
Associate Director, Curriculum Services

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Grade 12 plus Bachelor\'s degree in a related discipline (e.g. Education, English, Journalism, Communication, Writing)

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years\' experience in substantive editing of instructional and/or educational material

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

• Demonstrated extensive writing and editing skills, including a sound knowledge of the English language and editing conventions
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with an excellent understanding of language levels and audience, including providing effective queries, and negotiating resolutions of issues
• Experience preparing university-level educational materials
• Excellent ability to pay close attention to detail and exercise sound judgment
• Knowledge of computers and software including Microsoft Word and Excel (including advanced features like MathType or Equation Editor), Outlook email, Adobe Acrobat, WordPress and PressBooks collaborative publishing platforms, as well as database and work-tracking platforms like JIRA and D4P2
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of course documents and exams
• Ability to use courtesy, tact and diplomacy when dealing with others
• Ability to perform effectively under periodic interruptions
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage a variety of complex projects to meet deadlines
• Formal training in editing and/or publishing is considered an asset

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Long periods of time working at computer
• General office conditions
• Periodically carrying documents to departments around campus (e.g. Printshop, academic areas) of weights up to 5 kg

Please note that this Editor (SU- Editor, Open Learning (00180)) position is funded by TRU\'s Integrated Strategic Planning (ISP) grant.

The Editor will be supporting a specific ISP initiative: the Open Press. Because of the mandate of the Open Press, the Editor will edit publications rather than courses, and will be reporting to the Project Manager, Open Press.

The Editor will be working closely with faculty members, students and staff in an on campus, in-person setting.

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.

Pay Band

CUPE Grade 09 $34.65

Salary rate

Please Note: This position may be subject to a 90% salary for the first 560 hours of employment.

Location

Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)

# of Hires Needed

1

Organizational Unit

Thompson Rivers University -> Open Learning -> Instructional Design - OL

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.

Thompson Rivers University