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Production and Publications Officer (Evening Work) - TS/SCI with Polygraph Required

Overview:

LMI currently has an opportunity for a Production and Publications Officer in the McLean, VA area.

Interested in a work schedule that frees up your day and avoids rush hour traffic? The general hours for this position are 4:00PM-12:00AM, Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will serve in a full-time client facing role as a Publishing and Scheduling Officer for an Intelligence Community (IC) serving as the last-line of review in publication of critical finished intelligence for policymakers and senior leadership. With minimal staff oversight, officers will work as a team to be responsible for proof-reading and copy editing content; coordinating with analysts, graphic designers, cartographers, and content managers on late-breaking news; publishing content to the website; and adjusting project schedules on the basis of changing mission and customer requirements.

Responsibilities:

Proof reading current intelligence articles, graphics, and interactive visuals
Making last-minute decisions regarding changes in publication with minimal staff oversight
Posting items to the website and readying them for publication
Schedule work-flow to meet timelines
Provide excellent customer service to support contributing authors, managers, editors, production officers, graphic designers, & cartographers
Plan the contents of publications according to the publications style, editorial policy, & publishing requirements
Oversee publication production, including, layout, & computer typesetting, ensuring adherence to deadlines
Implement and maintain knowledge management systems for customers and client team members
Maintain management process for quality control and feedback regarding published materials
Support the development team in identifying bugs or pain points in publishing finished products

Qualifications:

Education, Experience, & Other Qualifications:

TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph is required
BA degree in English, Journalism, Communications or other related discipline is preferred
Minimum of three (3) years professional work experience in a similar role
Knowledge of the organizations within the Intelligence Community a plus
Proof-reading or copy editing experience
A strong attention to detail
Ability to manage a large number of requests and easily communicate with others regarding progress and completion of requests
Ability to deal with others tactfully and diplomatically
Excellent written & verbal communications skills
Comfortable working with minimal government oversight
Comfortable using computer databases and systems
Proficient with MS Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
Ability to multi-task & meet fast-paced deadlines
Ability to work in a team setting and comfort with taking independent initiative to enhance the product, process or team

EEO Statement:

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer-all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

By LMI

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to powering a future-ready, high-performing government, drawing from expertise in digital and analytic solutions, logistics, and management advisory services. We deliver integrated capabilities that incorporate emerg...

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Hybrid, based in Tysons Corner, VA

DATE POSTED

June 9, 2023