University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is hiring: Assistant Editor in Stevens Poi

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Position Title
Assistant Editor

Job Category
University Staff

Employment Type
Regular

Job Profile
Assistant Editor

Job Duties
The Assistant Editor manages many aspects of the Cornerstone Press editorial department, which is comprised of undergraduate student staff. The assistant editor will: schedule and execute editorial training for all new editorial staff (all undergraduate students) each semester; oversee content editing and copyediting of students’ work for all press manuscripts; correspond with authors and schedule editorial timelines; delegate specific projects to managing editor(s) to ensure proper training and experience expectations of undergraduate students are met; deliver fully edited and author-approved manuscripts to the publisher/director for production and layout; advise the publisher/director on editorial policies, training of student editorial staff, and recruitment of new undergraduate interns; participate, when able, in public events as a representative of the press; meet regularly with press executive staff.

This is a part-time (10 hours per week) position.

Key Job Responsibilities

Researches and writes informational materials, generally within a single subject area, for publication and distribution

Conducts literature searches and develops tracking mechanisms to standardize manuscript preparation and submission

Assists in editing, revising, and proofreading materials and resolving errors or inconsistencies in style, syntax, grammar, and format

Assists in planning, developing, and publishing internal and external publications

Edits manuscripts and text and maintains contact with internal and external stakeholders concerning published work

Department
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Department of English houses three (3) tracks within the English major and is staffed with seventeen (17) tenure-track faculty and ten (10) academic staff members. The department prides itself with providing students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in a wide range of career paths: K-12 teaching, editing and publishing, higher education leadership, human services, and law, to name just a few. The study of English equips students to think logically and critically, write clearly, and communicate effectively. Graduates engage the world ready to flourish as global citizens, to assume leadership positions, and to exercise professional adaptability in the face of a rapidly changing world.

Compensation & Benefits
The Assistant Editor is a part-time (10 hours per week), hourly, non-exempt, annual (12-month), university staff position.

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting rate of $24.97 per hour.

Required Qualifications

Experience in editing fiction, poetry, and prose, published media, or related.

Expertise in word processing software

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in English, Literature, Rhetoric, or Writing

Experience working with Cornerstone Press

Experience working with and mentoring students in a variety of capacities

Experience working in collaborative environments

Experience with zoom or video conferencing technology

Working knowledge of Adobe creative suite

Contact Information
Name: Ross Tangedal, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Director & Publisher of the Cornerstone Press

Email: ross.tangedal@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-4532

Human Resources

Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-2606

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

UW Is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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