Editor

Carden Jennings Publishing Company, Ltd. (CJP) is a contract publisher for the National Defense Transportation Association since 1992 and seeks a talented editor that will manage all editorial aspects of the Defense Transporation Journal (DTJ) and the Source newsletter.  The desired candidate must have strong writing and editing skills that can be demonstrated through work samples.  The candidate should have a bachelors degree in English, Journalism, Communications or another discipline that demonstrates academic success working with the written word.  Candidates must be US citizens and should have a minimum of 3 years work experience in the publications field. Knowledge of defense transporation logistics and military and government passenger travel, while not required, would be a plus.  The position is remote with travel to 3 association meetings and a few business trips annually.  CJP publishes 6 issues of DTJ and 48 issues of the Source.

About NDTA:

Since its inception in 1944, the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) has been a cornerstone in supporting our country's national defense and homeland security. NDTA serves as a trusted platform for government, military, and private sector professionals to address critical challenges in logistics, transportation, and passenger travel services. As a non-political, non-profit educational organization, NDTA commits to fostering strong working relationships, promoting education, and facilitating the exchange of ideas. Our mission focuses on maintaining our trusted environment, investing in the development of future professionals, and serving the broader national security interest by encompassing all government stakeholders in our fields of expertise.

Mission & Goals:

• Maintain a Trusted Environment: Facilitate strong working relationships, education, and the exchange of ideas.

• Invest in Our Members: Provide value to our corporate and individual members and help develop the next generation of professionals.

• Serve National Security Interests: Focus on all government stakeholders in logistics, transportation, and passenger travel.

Throughout our rich history, NDTA has contributed significantly to national defense efforts, including disaster relief partnerships, creation of transportation studies, development of emergency management plans, and military cooperation exercises.

About CJP:

Carden Jennings Publishing (CJP) is a multi-channel communications company with over 35 years of experience in publishing and professional education activities.

Application Process:

Submit a resume, writing/editing samples, and cover letter detailing relevant domain experience to David Utz, VP of Production, Carden Jennings Publishing: dutz@cjp.com. Include “Editor Application - DTJ and Source” in the subject line.  All applications must be submitted via email.