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About the Role

The Editor IV for the Behavioral Health Services Communications area performs editorial work involving laying out, indexing, and revising content of written and digital materials, including agency correspondence and reports, in preparation for final publication. Responsible for ensuring digital content produced by the department is accessible. Performs highly advanced (senior-level) editorial and communications work. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, edits, and rewrites various print and digital content to improve readability, including reports, handbooks, guides, broadcast messages, briefing documents, presentations, brochures, fliers, web copy, newsletters, and memoranda for executive management review and decision-making.
• Detects and corrects errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and syntax.
• Verifies facts, dates, and statistics using standard reference sources.
• Designs materials, arranging text and images for readability and visual appeal.
• Selects appropriate artwork (e.g., photos, charts, graphs, or illustrations).
• Provides guidance and assistance to staff by recommending content and format options.
• Prepares and processes documents for printing.
• Acts as lead contributor and editor of the Behavioral Health Services department bi-monthly newsletter.
• Serves as a liaison to program subject matter experts and primary writer for the newsletter.
• Ensures consistent and accurate content and adherence to Deputy Executive Commissioner (DEC) directives and HHSC procedures and guidelines.
• Provides consultative services and technical assistance to program staff and department leadership, reconciling issues for timely completion of each monthly newsletter.
• Escalates issues to executive management as appropriate for decision making or resolution.
• Works collaboratively with staff to provide communications training and professional development opportunities for BHS staff.
• Develops, implements, and disseminates BHS communications policies, procedures, and guidance.
• Serves as a departmental resource on accessibility best practices, collaborating with team members to promote accessible and inclusive communications.
• Assists with the planning, coordination, and execution of major BHS communications projects, initiatives, and special assignments.
• Collaborates with BHS sections and external partners to coordinate policy, legislation, and/or projects and initiatives that may impact the BHS department.
• Provides assistance and advice to BHS department staff to ensure policies, procedures, and processes are consistent with HHSC guidance.
• Maintains mailing lists for distribution of publications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Journalism, English, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Technical Writing, or a related field is required.
• Additional related work experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• At least three (3) years of professional editing, writing, publications, or communications experience.
• State government experience preferred.

Skills

• Editorial principles
• Grammar
• Punctuation
• Plain language writing
• Publication development
• Editorial review processes
• Accessibility requirements and best practices for digital and print communications
• HHSC communications policies, procedures, and branding standards
• Accessibility requirements for digital communications and SharePoint content
• Developing and coordinating newsletters, web content, executive communications, and training materials
• Providing communications training and technical assistance to agency staff
• Reviewing content for accuracy, consistency, readability, and compliance with established standards
• Developing executive-level reports, presentations, correspondence, and publications
• Managing multiple projects and meeting competing deadlines
• Analyzing and translating complex information into clear, audience-appropriate communications
• Maintaining consistency in messaging, branding, and editorial standards across multiple communication channels
• Leading and coordinating publication and communications projects from concept to completion
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Serving as the division’s editorial authority for style, tone, and communication quality

Location

• AUSTIN

Work Type

• Full time
• Eligible for Telework

Experience Level

• Highly advanced (senior-level)
• At least three (3) years of professional editing, writing, publications, or communications experience

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Technical Writing, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

• $5,425.33 - $8,886.16 Monthly

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Generous time off benefits
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement

About the Company

• Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans.
• At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.

Equal Opportunity

• In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.
• All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position.