We rely on a battery of interviews and an editing test, along with work samples and references. The senior editor works with those who need individual attention for specific problems. The features desk works M-F roughly 8 to 5. Days off can be either consecutive weekdays or a weekend day plus a weekday. We are a Guild paper and adhere to the contract, which also pays a healthy night differential.
Extra pages are okay.
Copy editors here are invested with a great deal of trust. We do not edit in notes mode, and we have a fairly free rein. We work collegially and have fun. Top management points out our good work, not just the gaffes.