Fire Protection Publications (FPP) is a mission-driven, values-based organization dedicated to the production of high-quality educational content for the international community of firefighters and first responders. FPP is an Engineering Extension unit of the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology at Oklahoma State University.
We are looking for the right individual to serve as an FPP Project Specialist – Editor. In this role the Project Specialist will, lead the project development of fire service training manuals from chapter drafts through final publication of the entire manual. This position is based on the Oklahoma State University campus in Stillwater, OK. It is an office-based position; remote and hybrid work are not currently an option for this role.
Areas of responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Manage the project development of fire service training manuals from chapter drafts through final publication of the entire manual.
- Coordinate the review of draft materials with a committee of subject matter experts.
- Research compose and/or revise original drafts for use in fire service training manuals.
- Select and assist in the creation of photos artwork and tables for use in final publication of fire service training manuals.
- Edit manual text for grammar spelling style organization and completion.
- Proof manual copy layout for grammar spelling style and formatting errors.
- Work with other departments to assist with the creation of instructional materials multimedia presentations marketing materials and newsletters as requested.
- Participate in the implementation of goals and objectives of Fire Protection Publications as requested.
- Explore professional development opportunities in vocational training adult education fire service training and technical writing and editing.
- Represent FPP and IFSTA as needed.
- Represent FPP and IFSTA by serving as a Lead Editor to IFSTA validation committees.
- May represent FPP and IFSTA on NFPA and other major fire service organization technical committees.
- Deliver presentations and committee orientations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in related field and one year related working experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, and other pertinent computer software used in this position. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent time management skills. Demonstrated understanding and application of FPP's organizational values: Service, Safety, Quality, Integrity, Excellence, Professionalism, Accuracy, Collaboration, Credibility, Innovativeness, Accountability. Highly organized, ability to set and maintain schedules, excellent writing skills, excellent communication skills guide a group toward a common goal, action/solution-oriented, productive/results-oriented, continuous learner.
Compensation:
Compensation for this position will be based on the work experience, skills and abilities the selected candidate brings to the position. The current hiring range for Oklahoma State University is $21.25 – 29.00 per hour.
Oklahoma State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-verify employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. OSU is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans for its openings.
