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Position Title
Managing Editor - Nimrod International Journal
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Managing Editor oversees the day-to-day operations of Nimrod International Journal. The Managing Editor works with the Editor in Chief in the development and delivery of all editorial content. Other duties include but are not limited to creating and managing publication schedules; overseeing publication standards, which may include copy editing, and proofreading); managing the budget, paying vendors, and realizing the business aspects of printing and mailing issues; administering submissions and facilitating the review process; coordinating volunteers; supervising graduate students, interns, and volunteers; maintaining subscriber and other lists; organizing events or programming in support of the journal; attending events or representing the journal on behalf of the university and editor in chief; and other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (RESPONSIBILITIES):
- Manages all business operations for Nimrod International Journal
- Manages the budget
- Sources, communicates with, and pays vendors for printing, mailing, and other publishing business logistics
- Creates and manages content and publication schedules (in concert with the faculty editors)
- Administers the submissions process, communicating with authors, prospective authors, and peer reviewers
- Hires, trains, and supervises graduate students as well as other interns and volunteers
- Maintains publication style guides and standards, which may include copy editing and proofreading
- Maintains subscriber and other lists
- Organizes events or programming in support of the journal
- Attends as needed events or conferences representing the journal and editor in chief
- Implements best practices, workflows, tools and templates to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the publishing process
- Performs related responsibilities as assigned.
Knowledge/Skill/Ability- Ability to multi-task efficiently and drive projects to completion.
- Expertise with Microsoft Office Applications.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Demonstrated practice of establishing effective priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, volunteers, faculty, and authors.
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn and use Adobe InDesign.
Required Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree in English or related field, or equivalent academic and work experience
- Ability to multi-task, work independently with initiative, discretion, and confidentiality
- Proficiency with standard office work applications
Preferred Qualifications PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Previous experience working with any literary journal
- Experience with management and budgeting for a partially independent entity within a larger university or non-profit organization
Physical Demands Typing/Keyboarding: Proficiency in typing and using a computer keyboard for extended periods.
Speaking: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Reaching: Ability to reach for items on shelves or in cabinets.
Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands and fingers to operate office equipment, handle files, and perform other tasks.
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Posting Number S726P
Open DateClose DateOpen Until Filled Yes
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