Document Editor
Shannon & Wilson, Inc
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$29–$35 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Adobe Acrobat, Building Permits, Communication Skills, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation Format, E Programming Language, Environmental Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Interpersonal Skills, Mathematics, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Natural Resources, Prescription Drugs, Proofreading, Quality Control, Scientific Publications, Style Guide, Support Documentation, Team Player, Telephone Skills
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
1 day ago
Shannon & Wilson is an employee-owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Committed to technical excellence and high-quality service, we provide integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental, and natural resource services for clients worldwide. Since 1954, we have delivered comprehensive engineering and environmental solutions for the most challenging infrastructure planning, design, permitting and construction conditions.
We are dedicated to improving our communities, preserving the environment, and utilizing the most innovative science practices in all our work.
Position Summary:
Shannon & Wilson's Seattle office has an opening for a Document Editor to support our engineering and scientific teams with document preparation, quality control procedures, and general administrative tasks. We are seeking a team member with a meticulous eye for detail who will thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Review letters, reports, spreadsheets, and other documents for punctuation, spelling, and grammatical errors.
Format documents to adhere to internal or client style guides and templates.
Compile and bookmark PDFs using Adobe Acrobat or similar software.
Input, update, and maintain project data in company databases.
Comply with Shannon & Wilson's quality assurance policies and follow related procedures for documentation and archiving.
Provide backup coverage for Shannon & Wilson's reception desk. Answer phones and serve as the primary point of contact for staff, clients, and visitors.
Follow and promote Shannon and Wilson's Health and Safety and Loss Prevention policies.
Perform general administrative tasks and duties as requested.
Requirements
Must have 2-5 years of relevant experience. A college degree is preferred but not required for candidates with proven related work experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and aptitude for learning new software. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word desired.
Previous experience proofreading and verifying accuracy of work (including self-checks) with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Previous experience managing multiple time-sensitive projects.
Experience with mathematical terms and equations is preferred.
Available to work full time at the Shannon & Wilson office.
Frequent sitting, standing, and walking (with or without accommodations).
Level Placement:
Depending on an applicant's education, experience, and other qualifications, a Document Editor would be placed at the Office Services II or III level at an hourly range of $29.00 to $35.00.
Shannon & Wilson offers a competitive benefits package to support our employees. These benefits include:
Employee ownership
Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage.
Pre-tax health and daycare FSA
Life and disability insurance
Long-term care insurance
Profit sharing and 401(k) plans
Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
10 paid holidays
Paid volunteer day
Free parking
Shannon & Wilson participates in the E-Verify program.
Please note that non-solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered as introductions to our business, unless a preapproved agreement is in place and the external recruitment agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.
Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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