Auburn University
Communications Editor - Election Center Admin (Part-time)
Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, us, 36831
Position Information
Requisition Number S4985P Home Org Name Political Science Division Name College of Liberal Arts Position Title Communications Editor - Election Center Admin (Part-time) Job Class Code OC29 A/B/C Appointment Status Part-time Part-time FTE .5 Limited Term No Limited Term Length
Job Summary The
College of Liberal Arts
is excited to recruit candidates for our next
Part‑time Communications Editor I/II/III
who will support the activities of the Election Administration Initiative housed within the Department of Political Science. The position assists the Election Administration Program Director by performing a variety of administrative tasks as assigned. This position is approximately 20 hours per week.
Essential Functions
Receiving and reviewing manuscripts
Facilitating peer and practitioner reviews of academic manuscripts
Working with practitioner authors to develop articles
Editing all pieces
Coordinating the editorial team
Coordinating with type setting and printing
Website development for journal
Social media for journal
Facilitating the editorial board’s annual meeting
Coordinating paper award committee
Conference presentations
Working with all back end connected to journal (ORCID, copyright, author agreements, mailings, etc.)
Why Work at Auburn?
Life‑Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top‑ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications Level I
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or related field
0 years of experience
Level II
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or related field
2 years of experience in writing and editing communications/ publications and/or in journalism
Level III
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or related field
4 years of experience in writing and editing communications/ publications and/or in journalism
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Graduate degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience.
Minimum Skills, License, And Certifications Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications None Required.
Desired Qualifications Editorial experience and understanding of the law and practice of election administration and experience or knowledge of Digital Object Identifiers, author copyright, and publishing.
Posting Detail Information Salary Range $18.83 - $41.24/hour Job Category Other Working Hours if Non‑Traditional 7:45 AM - 4:45 PM; days and times negotiable City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57676
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Job Summary The
College of Liberal Arts
is excited to recruit candidates for our next
Part‑time Communications Editor I/II/III
who will support the activities of the Election Administration Initiative housed within the Department of Political Science. The position assists the Election Administration Program Director by performing a variety of administrative tasks as assigned. This position is approximately 20 hours per week.
Essential Functions
Receiving and reviewing manuscripts
Facilitating peer and practitioner reviews of academic manuscripts
Working with practitioner authors to develop articles
Editing all pieces
Coordinating the editorial team
Coordinating with type setting and printing
Website development for journal
Social media for journal
Facilitating the editorial board’s annual meeting
Coordinating paper award committee
Conference presentations
Working with all back end connected to journal (ORCID, copyright, author agreements, mailings, etc.)
Why Work at Auburn?
Life‑Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top‑ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
Minimum Qualifications Level I
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or related field
0 years of experience
Level II
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or related field
2 years of experience in writing and editing communications/ publications and/or in journalism
Level III
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Mass Communications or related field
4 years of experience in writing and editing communications/ publications and/or in journalism
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Graduate degrees may be accepted in lieu of experience.
Minimum Skills, License, And Certifications Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications None Required.
Desired Qualifications Editorial experience and understanding of the law and practice of election administration and experience or knowledge of Digital Object Identifiers, author copyright, and publishing.
Posting Detail Information Salary Range $18.83 - $41.24/hour Job Category Other Working Hours if Non‑Traditional 7:45 AM - 4:45 PM; days and times negotiable City position is located in: Auburn State position is located: Alabama
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit their
website
to learn more.
Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57676
#J-18808-Ljbffr