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Regional Trade Acquisitions Editor — Libraries-UGA Press
The Acquisitions Editor is responsible to the Editor-in-Chief of the University of Georgia Press for managing and growing the Press’s distinguished and financially successful regional trade—focusing on the state of Georgia and the American South broadly defined—and social sciences lists. This may include books published in the following series and imprints: Wormsloe Foundation Nature Books, NewSouth Books, Music of the American South, Geographies of Justice and Social Transformation, and Sociology of Race and Ethnicity. The Acquisitions Editor acts independently, employing excellent judgment and entrepreneurial instincts, while maintaining discretion and a professional demeanor.
Key Responsibilities
Contracts, presents to the Press board, and transmits 20–25 high-quality, marketable new book projects per year.
Meets financial and content goals established for the list.
Manages assigned series and competitions.
Maintains updated project records, communicates project statuses, and moves projects along pipeline toward transmittal.
Solicits and evaluates reports from suitable external readers.
Prepares projects for presentation to the internal Early Decision committee and the Press’s faculty Editorial Board.
Engages with editorial board in relationship building on behalf of the Press.
Builds a global network of scholars and other potential authors, editors, readers, agents, and supporters.
Works closely with editorial assistants and student interns who provide administrative support to the acquisitions department.
Represents the Press throughout the university to publicize the internship program.
Attends conferences, meetings, symposia, campus visits, and other events appropriate for acquisitions opportunities.
Secures funding for book projects through applying for subventions, grants, and Open Access programs, engaging with Press Advisory Council, potential donors, granting agencies, nonprofits, and Development staff.
Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the department and organization by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Physical Demands
Typical for office environment.
Position travels both locally and nationally, conducting approximately 4–7 trips annually.
Driving is a responsibility of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in the humanities, social sciences or related discipline.
Two years of experience in publishing (combination of employment, internship, assistantship, and/or apprenticeship).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Adaptability : Works effectively in an environment in which the parameters may change daily; adjusts behavior to meet the needs of different people and situations.
Collaboration : Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation, and teamwork within and outside of one’s own team; respects the needs and contributions of others.
Collegiality : Being helpful, respectful, approachable, and team-oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Communication : Communicates effectively one-to-one, in small groups and in public speaking contexts; writes precise, well‑organized emails, letters, and proposals while using appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
Computer Proficiency : Successfully uses multiple software programs independently, including Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), email and web browsers, and publishing systems/databases.
Efficiency/Dependability : Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines; performs duties and responsibilities effectively, attends to detail, supports organizational policies, and anticipates demands and pressures of assignments.
Ethics and Integrity : Follows through on commitments; incorporates honesty, respect, and fairness in daily actions in accordance with the UGA Press’s Code of Conduct.
Initiative : Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results.
Judgment : Demonstrates logic, rationality, and objectivity; uses all available information to make educated decisions.
Organization : Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail; focuses on key tasks when faced with limited time and/or resources.
Employment Information
Employer: University of Georgia Libraries
Location: Athens Area, GA (athens-area)
Salary: Minimum $55,000
Benefits: Eligible
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 hours/day, occasional travel required.
Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Exempt.
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Name: Sara Rountree Email: sararountree@uga.edu Phone: sararountree@uga.edu
EEO Policy 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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Key Responsibilities
Contracts, presents to the Press board, and transmits 20–25 high-quality, marketable new book projects per year.
Meets financial and content goals established for the list.
Manages assigned series and competitions.
Maintains updated project records, communicates project statuses, and moves projects along pipeline toward transmittal.
Solicits and evaluates reports from suitable external readers.
Prepares projects for presentation to the internal Early Decision committee and the Press’s faculty Editorial Board.
Engages with editorial board in relationship building on behalf of the Press.
Builds a global network of scholars and other potential authors, editors, readers, agents, and supporters.
Works closely with editorial assistants and student interns who provide administrative support to the acquisitions department.
Represents the Press throughout the university to publicize the internship program.
Attends conferences, meetings, symposia, campus visits, and other events appropriate for acquisitions opportunities.
Secures funding for book projects through applying for subventions, grants, and Open Access programs, engaging with Press Advisory Council, potential donors, granting agencies, nonprofits, and Development staff.
Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the department and organization by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Physical Demands
Typical for office environment.
Position travels both locally and nationally, conducting approximately 4–7 trips annually.
Driving is a responsibility of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in the humanities, social sciences or related discipline.
Two years of experience in publishing (combination of employment, internship, assistantship, and/or apprenticeship).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Adaptability : Works effectively in an environment in which the parameters may change daily; adjusts behavior to meet the needs of different people and situations.
Collaboration : Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation, and teamwork within and outside of one’s own team; respects the needs and contributions of others.
Collegiality : Being helpful, respectful, approachable, and team-oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Communication : Communicates effectively one-to-one, in small groups and in public speaking contexts; writes precise, well‑organized emails, letters, and proposals while using appropriate vocabulary and grammar.
Computer Proficiency : Successfully uses multiple software programs independently, including Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), email and web browsers, and publishing systems/databases.
Efficiency/Dependability : Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines; performs duties and responsibilities effectively, attends to detail, supports organizational policies, and anticipates demands and pressures of assignments.
Ethics and Integrity : Follows through on commitments; incorporates honesty, respect, and fairness in daily actions in accordance with the UGA Press’s Code of Conduct.
Initiative : Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results.
Judgment : Demonstrates logic, rationality, and objectivity; uses all available information to make educated decisions.
Organization : Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail; focuses on key tasks when faced with limited time and/or resources.
Employment Information
Employer: University of Georgia Libraries
Location: Athens Area, GA (athens-area)
Salary: Minimum $55,000
Benefits: Eligible
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 hours/day, occasional travel required.
Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Exempt.
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Name: Sara Rountree Email: sararountree@uga.edu Phone: sararountree@uga.edu
EEO Policy 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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