Content Validation Specialist

PUBLICATIONS PROD SPEC 4 (007459)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_2602

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

12/12/2024 9:23:10 PM

Date Last Edited:

12/12/2024 9:22:56 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

8400O

Organization:

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Division Code:

8410D

Division:

CONTINUING EDUCATION-MISC.

Department:

556000 - CONTINUING EDUCATION OF THE BAR

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_2602

Position Description ID

232423

UC Payroll Title:

PUBLICATIONS PROD SPEC 4 (007459)

Business Title:

Content Validation Specialist

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

Grade 22

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

99: Non-Represented (PPSM)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40064441

Reports to Payroll Title:

Publications Prod Supv 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40064441

Department Head Payroll Title:

PUBLICATIONS PROD MGR 1

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

This role is responsible for ensuring that content is suitable for publication via CEB's digital publishing and print publishing workflows (when applicable). The incumbent will validate that source file materials meet the structural and styling requirements of the publishing technology systems. The incumbent will exercise discretion in ensuring that the style and structure of content is optimized for the high-quality output as well as operational efficiencies. 

We are Continuing Education of the Bar (CEB), providing innovative resources and practice-oriented tools that help attorneys better serve their clients. From online legal research and MCLE to forms solutions and print books, CEB strives to make high-quality legal information accessible to everyone, from rural solo practices to large law firms.

Founded in 1947, CEB is one of California’s oldest and most prestigious legal information and continuing legal education providers. CEB publishes judgments of California case law, practical guidance for attorneys and, CLE all in a variety of practice areas and formats e.g. print, online and, in-person.  CEB operates as a nonprofit within the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).  We are an arm of UCLA Extension as we provide continuing education needed for licensed lawyers and other legal professionals.

Style Validation 

A1: Independently manage the end-to-end content validation process to ensure that CEB’s content meets digital-first publishing criteria, meets print product specifications, and does not deviate from editorial and publishing quality mandates. A2: Independently execute all publishing workflows necessary to generate Word to CXML to HTML conversion process. A3: Independently evaluate all warning and error reports from automated style.A4: Perform a detailed comparison of content in both HTML and PDF outputs to ensure content meets publishing requirements in both formats and meets CEB’s digital-first publishing mandate. A5: Identify any content elements that need correction, recommend methods to derive best output, working with internal and external teams, resolving issues within the source file

25%

Structure Validation 

A6: Certify source content compliance with system requirements. A7: Create tracking and reporting systems for validation steps. A8: In collaboration with department management, create and report on key performance indicators.

25%

Testing & Quality Assurance 

B1: Act as key stakeholder in identifying opportunities for publishing system upgrades, automations, and enhancements. B2: Act as key stakeholder and leader in testing any publishing system upgrades, enhancements, and automations. B3: In collaboration with department leadership, recommend and develop quality improvement initiatives based on validation findings. B4: Collaborate with department leadership on quality assurance projects.

25%

Technical Support & Subject Matter Expertise Consultation

C1: Act as internal publishing technology expert, providing guidance on usage and best practices for all content teams  C2: Act as internal publishing technology expert, advising colleagues and content teams on style and structure best practices for content. C3: Identify key editorial issues in content and train content teams on resolving errors prior to validation. C4: Consult with content teams on new and novel style and structural elements to content and best practices for publishing.

25%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated editing and writing abilities

Required

Proficiency with analyzing and working with Word, XML, CXML content structures

Required

Proficiency with HTML content outputs

Required

Proficiency with PDF format, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe InDesign

Required

Ability to independently read and interpret complex system error reporting

Required

Ability to meet daily deadlines

Required

Strong attention to detail and focus on excellence

Required

Ability to communicate and work effectively remotely

Required

Experience with Typefi Editor/Writer applications

Required

Experience will XPP and Arbortext

Preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Non-University Setting(s)

Location:

Remote

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.