Job opening - Digital Publishing Services Manager - SUNY Geneseo
From:
Katherine E Pitcher <pitcher_at_geneseo.edu>
(apologies for cross-posting)
*Digital Publishing Services Manager *
Apply online at http://jobs.geneseo.edu
Applications accepted until May 19, 2015
SUNY Geneseo seeks a service-oriented, versatile, and dynamic
professional to develop and implement a strategy for digital scholarship
and publishing services at Milne Library. As part of the Milne Library's
Technical Services Unit, this position will work closely with the
Digital Archivist and the Digital Curriculum Librarian as a fellow team
member in support of the Library's strategic goal to advance digital
scholarship, publishing and learning initiatives, and establish the
library's role in the research and publication lifecycle of scholarship
at Geneseo.
We are looking for a team member with a commitment to digital publishing
who can thrive in an environment that encourages experimentation and
creativity, and will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students,
and SUNY colleagues to grow initiatives in support of new and emerging
modes of digital publishing, scholarship, and scholarly communication.
The successful candidate will lead current publishing projects through
the development and promotion of the Minerva Press, Open SUNY Textbooks,
and IDS Project Press imprints.
Responsibilities:
* Assists in the establishment of best practices, engages campus
scholars, and provides guidance on scholarly communication issues
and concerns.
* Builds relationships with faculty and students by participating in
instruction, consultation, and outreach related to digital
scholarship and scholarly communication.
* Effectively uses project management skills to develop and implement
digital scholarship and publishing projects in collaboration with
campus partners.
* Participates in grant proposal writing and budget planning for
digital publishing and scholarship projects.
* Develops assessment metrics, in coordination with library Assessment
Team, to measure impact of digital scholarship projects supported by
library.
* Plans and coordinates editing and production of publishing projects.
* Coordinates graphic design, marketing, and promotions of
publications in collaboration with library Marketing Team.
* Plans strategy and develops services in collaboration with other
library units and teams, campus stakeholders and the publishing
services' editorial board.
Required Qualifications:
* Master's degree in information and/or library science (MLS) or in
relevant field of expertise (MFA, Masters in Publishing, etc.).
* Knowledge of and 1 to 3 years of existing digital publishing methods
and tools.
* Demonstrated ability to prioritize, plan, coordinate, and implement
multiple projects.
* Demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills.
* Prior experience working with monograph or journal publishing.
* Expert proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
* Previous editorial experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, communication and
project management skills.
* Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality public service
within a flexible and continually-evolving academic environment.
* Demonstrated commitment to enhancing service through teamwork and
responsiveness to faculty, students, and colleagues.
* Relevant experience with publishing platforms.
* Familiarity with e-publishing tools and accessibility standards.
* Previous copy editing or proofreading experience.
* Previous experience working with undergraduate employees and student
interns.
* Experience with a variety of software applications and publishing
tools.
* Previous academic library experience.
To apply, visit https://jobs.geneseo.edu and submit an on-line
professional application, cover letter, resume, and contact information
for at least three professional references. Completed applications will
be accepted until close of business on May 19, 2015.
Received on Tue Apr 28 2015 - 03:02:26 EDT