University of Kentucky
STEPS Copy Editor
🇺🇸 Lexington, KY
🕑 Part-Time
💰 $25 per Hour
💻 Other
🗓️ November 13th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Edit and proofread content for multiple communication channels, including print publications.
- Ensure written materials are accurate, well-structured, and suited to the target audience.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex information into accessible content.
- Support the Family and Consumer Sciences Extension peer review process for publications and curriculum materials.
- Work closely with graphic designers and IT professionals to produce educational materials.
- Maintain consistency in tone, style, and branding across all Extension publications.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Salary is $25.00 per hour; part-time temporary position with 25-35 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Works within the Family and Consumer Sciences Department supporting Extension educational content.
STEPS Copy Editor Full Description
Requisition Number | TE09125
Department Name | 81330:FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
Work Location | Lexington, KY
Salary Range | $25.00 per hour
Type of Position | Temporary
Position Time Status | Part-Time
Required Education |
Required Related Experience |
Required License/Registration/Certification |
Physical Requirements | Sitting for long periods of time, occasional lifting, pushing, pulling of objects.
Shift | Work Shift
M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM
Expected # of Hours Per Week
25-35
Job Summary | The STEPS Copy Editor will play a key role in developing, refining, and producing high-quality written content for the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Extension. This position involves , editing, and proofreading materials across multiple platforms, including print publications.
This role will ensure that all content is clear, engaging, and appropriate for the target audience’s reading level.
The STEPS Communications Support Staff will complete tasks such as: Edit written content for a variety of communication channels, including print publications. Ensure all written materials are accurate, well-structured, and tailored to the appropriate audience. Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate complex information into accessible and engaging content. Support the FCS Extension peer review process for educational publications and curriculum materials as needed. Work closely with the FCS Communications team, including graphic designers and IT professionals, to produce educational materials. Maintain consistency in tone, style, and branding across all FCS Extension publications.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment. Familiarity with educational or Extension content is preferred. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software Word, Publisher, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No
Preferred Education/Experience |
Deadline to Apply | 12/03/2025
Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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