The University of Georgia is hiring: Regional Trade Acquisitions Editor in Athen

Overview

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Posting details are available from the University of Georgia postings. The position is located in Athens, GA and involves managing the Press’s regional trade, social sciences lists, and related editorial activities.

Responsibilities

• Contracts, presents to the Press board, and transmits 20-25 high-quality, marketable new book projects per year.
• Meet financial and content goals established for the list.
• Manage assigned series and competitions.
• Maintain updated project records, communicate project statuses, and move projects along the pipeline toward transmittal.
• Solicit and evaluate reports from suitable external readers.
• Prepare projects for presentation to the internal Early Decision committee and the Press’s faculty Editorial Board.
• Engage with editorial board in relationship building on behalf of the Press.
• Build a global network of scholars and other potential authors, editors, readers, agents, and supporters.
• Work closely with editorial assistants and student interns who provide administrative support to the acquisitions department.
• Represent the Press throughout the university to publicize internship programs.
• Attend conferences, meetings, symposia, campus visits, and other events appropriate for acquisitions opportunities.
• Secure funding for book projects through applying for subventions, grants, and Open Access programs.
• Engage with the Press Advisory Council, potential donors, granting agencies, nonprofits, and Development staff.
• Support the Director in advancing the mission of the Press through relationship building and profile-raising activities within the state and region.
• Maintain flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the department and organization by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent (Minimum).
• Preferred: Graduate degree in the humanities, social sciences or related discipline.
• Two years of experience in publishing (employment, internship, assistantship, or apprenticeship).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Adaptability: Works effectively in changing environments and adjusts to diverse needs.
• Collaboration: Facilitates effective communication and teamwork; respects others.
• Collegiality: Helpful, respectful, team-oriented; builds positive working relationships.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication; professional emails and proposals.
• Computer proficiency: Proficient with software programs, publishing systems/databases, and standard office tools.
• Efficiency/Dependability: Meets deadlines; attention to detail; supports organizational policies.
• Ethics and Integrity: Honest, respectful, and fair; follows the Code of Conduct.
• Initiative: Proactively improves or enhances results.
• Judgment: Uses logic and information to make informed decisions.
• Organization: Plans and prioritizes effectively; manages time and resources well.

Physical Demands

• Typical for an office environment.
• Position travels both locally and nationally, approximately 4-7 trips annually.

Location: Athens Area; Relocation is available.

Application Details

• Required Documents: Resume/CV; Cover Letter.
• Optional Documents: N/A

Contact: Sara Rountree (Recruitment) — sararountree@uga.edu

EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. For accessibility accommodations, contact Central HR.