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Sr. Risk Analyst

Vacaville, CA · On-site

$98K - $121K/yr

Reviews and analyzes KYC identity proofing solutions for unusual or suspicious patterns resulting ... Senior Risk Analyst - Grade15/Exempt/$82,680.00 - $102,128.00 annually * * Reports directly to ...

Senior Network Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$103K - $141K/yr

Senior Level Network Engineer We are looking for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to execute ... Future Proofing * DR/Failover * Must have Juniper and Sonic Wall experience * Must have the ability ...

Senior Visual Designer

Rochester, NY · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The Senior Visual Designer is a hybrid creative production and project coordination role purpose ... proofing, packaging, timing, delivery, and quality-control needs. * Coordinate with visual ...

The Senior Visual Designer is a hybrid creative production and project coordination role purpose ... proofing, packaging, timing, delivery, and quality-control needs. * Coordinate with visual ...

Senior Network Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Senior Level Network Engineer We are looking for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to execute ... Future Proofing * DR/Failover * Must have Juniper and Sonic Wall experience * Must have the ability ...

Senior Network Engineer (Remote)

Austin, TX · Remote

$106K - $145K/yr

Senior Level Network Engineer We are looking for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to execute ... Future Proofing * DR/Failover * Must have Juniper and Sonic Wall experience * Must have the ability ...

$49K - $66K/yr

Self-proofing and peer-proofing of work. * Achieving proficiency with numerous in-house tools necessary for the completion of many tax products offered * Identifying, proposing and implementing ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

Senior Quality Engineer In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and ... Proofing, Process Control, etc.) through the organization. o Drives advanced root cause. o Oversee ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

Senior Quality Engineer In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and ... Proofing, Process Control, etc.) through the organization. o Drives advanced root cause. o Oversee ...

Senior Quality Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

Senior Quality Engineer In this role, you'll partner with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and ... Proofing, Process Control, etc.) through the organization. o Drives advanced root cause. o Oversee ...

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How much do senior proofreader jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior proofreader in the United States is $27.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Proofreader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Proofreader, you need exceptional attention to detail, advanced grammar and language skills, and several years of professional proofreading experience, often supported by a degree in English, journalism, or a related field. Familiarity with style guides (such as AP, Chicago, or MLA), track-changes tools in Microsoft Word, and content management systems is typically required. Strong organizational skills, time management, and the ability to provide constructive feedback help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure high-quality, error-free content that enhances brand credibility and meets publication standards.

What is the difference between Senior Proofreader vs Copy Editor?

AspectSenior ProofreaderCopy Editor
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in English, Journalism, or related field; proofreading certifications are commonOften requires similar credentials; editing certifications may be preferred
Work EnvironmentPublishing houses, media companies, freelance projectsPublishing, marketing agencies, corporate communications
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across publishing, journalism, and media industriesCommon in publishing, advertising, and content creation sectors
Primary FocusChecking for grammatical, spelling, and punctuation errorsImproving clarity, style, structure, and overall content quality

While both roles require strong language skills and attention to detail, a Senior Proofreader primarily focuses on error correction, whereas a Copy Editor enhances content clarity and style. The roles often overlap but serve distinct purposes in the editing process.

What are Senior Proofreaders?

Senior Proofreaders are experienced professionals responsible for reviewing written content to detect and correct errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting. They often oversee the work of other proofreaders, ensuring that all documents meet high standards of quality and consistency. In addition to error correction, Senior Proofreaders may also advise on style, clarity, and adherence to brand guidelines. Their expertise is crucial in industries such as publishing, advertising, and corporate communications. Typically, they have several years of proofreading experience and a strong command of language rules.

What are some common challenges Senior Proofreaders face when working with fast-paced publishing teams?

Senior Proofreaders often juggle tight deadlines and high volumes of content, especially when working within fast-paced publishing or marketing teams. Balancing accuracy with speed can be challenging, as they must ensure all documents are error-free while meeting strict turnaround times. Additionally, they frequently collaborate with writers, editors, and designers, requiring strong communication skills to clarify queries and maintain quality standards. Adapting to different style guides and managing last-minute changes are also typical aspects of the role.
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Infographic showing various Senior Proofreader job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 10% Internship, 66% As Needed, 3% Full Time, 18% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,520 per year, or $27.7 per hour.
Sr. Risk Analyst

Sr. Risk Analyst

Travis Credit Union

Vacaville, CA • On-site

$98K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Travis Credit Union rating

9.7

Company rating: 9.7 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to the communities that Travis Credit Union serves: Alameda, Colusa, Contra Costa, Merced, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus and Yolo counties. This position is considered hybrid so you must be within a commutable distance to our corporate headquarters in Vacaville, CA.

Summary: Travis Credit Union’s (TCU) Risk Analyst is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating fraud-related risks to protect the credit union and its members. The responsibility of the role spans across credit union membership inclusive of consumer and business relationships, member engagement channels and all payment types. This role involves data analysis, monitoring transactions, assessing potential risks, tuning fraud mitigation tools balanced to risk tolerance and member experience, completing root cause analysis of suspicious activities, building and maintaining fraud metrics at a product level, and implementing strategies to prevent emerging fraud trends.

The Risk Analyst works cross functionally with a diverse set of stakeholders from the business as well as shared services functions ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while improving fraud detection and prevention measures.

This role is ideal for individuals who are analytical, proactive, and passionate about combating fraud and ensuring financial security.

Profile:

  • Reviews and analyzes financial transactions for unusual or suspicious patterns resulting in the continual optimization of fraud risk mitigation tools and processes.
  • Reviews and analyzes KYC identity proofing solutions for unusual or suspicious patterns resulting in the continual optimization of physical and digital identity proofing solutions.
  • Assesses fraud risk trends and patterns to develop proactive prevention strategies leveraging predictive analytics.
  • Performs root-cause analysis to identify vulnerabilities in processes or systems.
  • Provides detailed risk assessments and recommendations to mitigate potential threats.
  • Builds, optimizes and reports out on fraud performance on a monthly basis.
  • Conducts complex link analysis on large scale fraud events.
  • Prepares comprehensive reports with findings, supporting evidence, and recommendations.
  • Collaborates with law enforcement and regulatory agencies on fraud cases when necessary.
  • Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements and internal fraud prevention policies.
  • Contributes to the development and updating of fraud prevention, risk tolerance and risk management policies.
  • Works with internal and external teams (e.g., branch banking, contact centers, compliance, legal, digital banking, deposit product, lending product, operations, card processor, software suppliers, fraud working groups, etc.) to enhance fraud detection measures.
  • Contributes to the building of fraud training and awareness sessions on fraud prevention to credit union employees.

Skills:

  • Proficient in data analytics tools such as R, Python, SAS, Tableau, PowerBI and Excel.
  • Working knowledge of banking risk management platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements related to fraud and financial crime.
  • Strong working knowledge of fraud authorization, authentication, identity proofing, dispute resolution and loss recovery solutions.
  • Analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
  • Strong communication and report-writing skills.
  • Strong working experience with retail payments and consumer-based fraud tools preferred.
  • Working understanding of lean six sigma measurement systems preferred.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
  • May require working under tight deadlines and handling high-pressure situations.
     

Experience and Compensation

  • Senior Risk Analyst – Grade15/Exempt/$82,680.00 – $102,128.00 annually
    • Reports directly to assigned department leadership.
    • Self-starter and ability to work independently with periodic guidance with decision authority up to $100k in annualized value.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Finance, Business Administration, or Criminal Justice with a minimum of 5 years of equivalent work experience; or 9 years of equivalent work experience.
    • Certifications such as a CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) or CRMA (Certified Risk Management Assurance) or Lean Six Sigma preferred.
  • Risk Analyst Lead – Grade 17/Exempt/$98.238.40 – $121,347.20 annually
    • Reports directly to assigned department leadership.
    • Self-starter and ability to work independently with periodic guidance with decision authority up to $250k in annualized value.
    • May be responsible for the coordination of other Risk Analysts daily activities.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Finance, Business Administration, or Criminal Justice with a minimum of 7 years of equivalent work experience; or 11 years of equivalent related work experience.
    • Minimum of 1 year of leading/mentoring junior level team members.
    • Certifications such as a CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) or CRMA (Certified Risk Management Assurance) or Lean Six Sigma preferred.

Our compensation philosophy is based on several factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

At Travis Credit Union, our priority is that our employees and their loved ones are provided with a Total Rewards program that ensures their health and welfare safety which allows our employees to focus on the financial welfare of our members and the credit unions objectives. As such, Travis Credit Union offers a robust benefits package to our eligible employees, including competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, mental health offerings, employee performance incentive plan, merit increases, 401(k) program with immediately vested employer match, generous holiday and vacation policy, and extensive TCU specific perks like employee loan and credit card discounts!

Travis Credit Union is an Affirmative Action Employer

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Company Description

TCU began in 1951 on Travis Air Force Base with a mission to serve its community. Now the 12th largest credit union in California, it supports 12 Northern California counties with over 250,000 members and $5.8 billion in assets. TCU helps members at every financial stage, offering savings and checking accounts, auto and home loans, college savings, retirement planning and more. A leader in financial education and advocacy, it has earned honors like Newsweek’s Best Regional Credit Unions (2025) and the U.S. Air Force Distinguished Credit Union award.
TCU is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment screening is required.
Visit www.traviscu.org for a full list of our current openings
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