Legislative Technical Editor
Munro Footwear Group, Helena, MT, United States
Overview Job Description - Legislative Technical Editor (26141084). This is a unique and specialized position that utilizes what are likely unfamiliar styles, processes, and software. Adapting to and mastering these will require critical thinking, problem solving, and technological proficiency. This nonpartisan position reviews and edits legislative documents and Montana Code Annotated (MCA) statute text and annotations to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and conformity with designated style. It also reviews bill drafts and amendments prepared by research analysts and attorneys and reviews codification and annotations materials prepared by attorney/codifiers for strict compliance with department standards, compatibility with existing law, and accurate use of established terminology. Proofreads bill drafts, engrossed and enrolled bills, and legislative publications for accuracy and style. Assists the chief editor with training and supervision of temporary session proofreaders. Identifies potential deficiencies and proposes appropriate changes in bill titles, bill text, and amendments. Researches and ensures accuracy of legal citations. Provides process and style direction to department staff for drafting bills, codifying statutes, preparing annotations, drafting other legislative documents, and compiling and formatting publications. Extensively uses a customized electronic system for bill drafting, codification, and preparation of annotations, including guiding other users, troubleshooting issues, updating procedures, and assisting with ongoing design and implementation. Designs and performs complex computerized database searches and other database management duties. Writes and updates style manuals and related aids. This is a nonpartisan position.
Responsibilities Review and edit legislative documents and MCA statute text and annotations for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and conformity with designated style.
Review bill drafts and amendments and codification/annotations for compliance with department standards and established terminology.
Proofread bill drafts, engrossed and enrolled bills, and legislative publications for accuracy and style.
Assist the chief editor with training and supervision of temporary session proofreaders.
Identify deficiencies and propose changes in bill titles, bill text, and amendments.
Research and verify accuracy of legal citations.
Provide process and style direction for drafting bills, codifying statutes, and preparing annotations and publications.
Utilize and troubleshoot a customized electronic system for bill drafting and annotation preparation; contribute to ongoing design and implementation.
Design and perform complex database searches and related database management duties.
Write and update style manuals and related aids.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (with coursework in English, Journalism, or related field).
Three years of relevant work experience in proofreading, editing, or legal publishing.
Experience in editing tools and XHTML editor is a plus.
Work Arrangement This position is eligible for telework on a hybrid or full-time basis subject to supervisor approval. The employee must reside in Montana.
Salary and Benefits Salary: 75,076.00 - 80,000.00 Yearly. Telework Eligibility: Telework eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.
Openings Number of Openings: 1. Employee Status: Regular. Schedule: Full-Time. Job Type: Standard.
Shift Shift: Day Job.
Travel Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.
Location Primary Location: Helena. Agency: Legislative Branch. Union: 000 - None.
Posting Date Posting Date: Apr 17, 2026, 3:11:51 PM. Closing Date: May 5, 2026, 5:59:00 AM.
Required Application Materials Cover Letter, Resume, References.
Contact Contact Name: Kelly DaSilva | Contact Email: leghr@legmt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-3230
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency’s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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Responsibilities Review and edit legislative documents and MCA statute text and annotations for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and conformity with designated style.
Review bill drafts and amendments and codification/annotations for compliance with department standards and established terminology.
Proofread bill drafts, engrossed and enrolled bills, and legislative publications for accuracy and style.
Assist the chief editor with training and supervision of temporary session proofreaders.
Identify deficiencies and propose changes in bill titles, bill text, and amendments.
Research and verify accuracy of legal citations.
Provide process and style direction for drafting bills, codifying statutes, and preparing annotations and publications.
Utilize and troubleshoot a customized electronic system for bill drafting and annotation preparation; contribute to ongoing design and implementation.
Design and perform complex database searches and related database management duties.
Write and update style manuals and related aids.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (with coursework in English, Journalism, or related field).
Three years of relevant work experience in proofreading, editing, or legal publishing.
Experience in editing tools and XHTML editor is a plus.
Work Arrangement This position is eligible for telework on a hybrid or full-time basis subject to supervisor approval. The employee must reside in Montana.
Salary and Benefits Salary: 75,076.00 - 80,000.00 Yearly. Telework Eligibility: Telework eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.
Openings Number of Openings: 1. Employee Status: Regular. Schedule: Full-Time. Job Type: Standard.
Shift Shift: Day Job.
Travel Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.
Location Primary Location: Helena. Agency: Legislative Branch. Union: 000 - None.
Posting Date Posting Date: Apr 17, 2026, 3:11:51 PM. Closing Date: May 5, 2026, 5:59:00 AM.
Required Application Materials Cover Letter, Resume, References.
Contact Contact Name: Kelly DaSilva | Contact Email: leghr@legmt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-3230
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency’s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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