The contract proofreader will perform the following work: 

 

• Ensure that TexasLawHelp.org’s directory pages are accurate, updated, and free of spelling and grammar errors while being accessible and easily understood.

• Review and edit directory pages for punctuation, mechanics, and style

• Verify the accuracy of dates, phone numbers, web addresses, email addresses, and other information

• Verify word count and character count, ensuring it meets criteria set forth in style guide

• Suggest edits and make changes using digital commenting and editing tools

• Complete tasks in alignment with production deadlines

• Ensuring document or web layout are accurate and meets TLSC expectations

• Coordinate between TexasLawHelp.org and other TLSC programs.

• Coordinate between TexasLawHelp.org and organizations outside of TLSC, including Texas Access to Justice Foundation grantees.

• Ensure all client, project, and computer files are maintained in an orderly manner.

• Provide all information needed/requested for TLSC-reporting in a prompt manner.

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Education (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree

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Education (Preferred)

Bachelor’s degree, preferably majoring in pre-law or paralegal studies, social sciences, communications, or liberal arts.

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Experience (Preferred)

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience

• Familiarity with the legal services industry in Texas

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Knowledge & Skills (Required)

• Familiarity with or willingness to learn the style conventions in TexasLawHelp.org style guide, the Chicago Manual of Style, and the Redbook.

• Current knowledge and expertise of the law and legal system.

• Exceptional verbal, listening, and written communications skills.

• Proficiency with (or the ability to learn) Adobe, Microsoft Office products, Google Workspace, Drupal 9 (TexasLawHelp.org’s content management system).

• Understanding of grant requirements and associated reporting needs.

• Ability to enter information into TLSC systems accurately.

• Experience using or ability to learn technology, including virtual meeting software/technology, such as Zoom or Skype.

• High-level organizational skills.

• Strong time management skills and attentiveness to detail

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