Working Title : Publications Editor
Job Class: Comms Spec 4
Agency: Agency Name from SEMA4
Job ID: 93848
Location: St Paul, MN
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 04/28/2026
Closing Date: 5/18/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Office of the Legislative Auditor
Division/Unit: Financial Audit Division
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $36.67 - $54.37 / hourly; $76,567 - $113,525 / annually
Job Class Option: Comms Spec 4
Classified Status: Classified
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Office of the Legislative Auditor (OLA) is a professional, nonpartisan office in the legislative branch of Minnesota state government. OLA conducts audits, evaluations, and investigations of publicly funded programs and reports the results to the Minnesota Legislature and the public.
We are looking for curious and motivated critical thinkers interested in applying their editorial and writing skills to OLA's reports and other written documents. The Publications Editor will be responsible for ensuring that OLA's final written products are clear, well written, and meet OLA standards. We offer flexible schedules, great benefits, and opportunities for ongoing professional development.
Job Duties
Edit, format, and help publish OLA reports, letters, requests for information, and other written communication to ensure they follow OLA writing standards.
Edit reports at multiple stages for structure and organization, clarity, narrative, and audience understanding.
Copy edit reports to ensure that all reports conform with OLA standards.
Help produce final reports using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc.) and graphics software, incorporate all necessary tables and graphics.
Review and edit letters, memoranda, requests for information, and other documents to ensure consistency with OLA standards.
Develop forms, templates, and graphics to standardize OLA work products and reports and facilitate efficient communication between divisions and support staff.
Help ensure OLA work products and reports meet ADA guidelines.Apply and ensure accessibility requirements are met for written documentation.
Responsible for coordinating and communicating across teams to ensure report production schedules are met.
The salary range is from $36.67 to $54.37 per hour, the equivalent of $76,567 to $113,525 per year. The Legislative Auditor will determine the starting salary within this range based on a successful applicant's qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered, a candidate must submit a cover letter and resume and must have:
A Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
Three years of experience writing and editing for a public audience.
Abilitytocommunicateeffectively,bothorallyandinwriting.
Abilitytoorganize, plan,and prioritizework; developspecificgoals andplans;andmeet deadlines.
Knowledge relating to basic principles of effective communication for a variety of audiences and communication channels, including but not limited to the areas of plain language, writing, and editing.
Ability to manage projects of varying sizes and differing deadlines.
Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build and maintain relationships with leadership and staff throughout the organization.
Excellent writing, editing, verbal communication, and critical thinking skills.
Fluency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional tools and technologies.
Willingness to take on various assignments to achieve positive results for the agency.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience managing publications (highly desirable).
Experience remediating written documents and ensuring their accessibility (preferable).
Proficiency in writing clear and concise reports on complex and technical issues.
Knowledge of state government and the legislative process.
Additional Requirements
We will review cover letters and resumes to identify applicants meeting minimum and preferred requirements.Selected applicants will go through an interview process and will be required to submit education transcripts and employment references.At the time of the interview, we may ask applicants to respond to a writing prompt or complete an editing exercise.
We will conduct background checks prior to any employment offer.Personal integrity is an essential qualification to work at OLA, and certain violations of ethical or legal standards relevant to being an employee at OLA may disqualify an applicant.
Due to the nonpartisan nature of our office, applicants with extensive prior partisan work experience may be disqualified.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for an employment visa of any kind (e.g., H1B status).
This position will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office.The selected applicant is expected to work in the office as required.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
