Provides a high level of editorial support for two editors. Ensures that deadlines are met and prioritized to include both daily and overarching tasks. Engages with staff, faculty, authors, publishing representatives, media booksellers, and other customers with a high degree of professionalism. Researches, proposes, and contacts readers for proposals and manuscripts and maintains an organized system for tracking materials. Helps create materials for both internal and external meetings, including budgets for proposed projects and memos for internal Press and faculty committees. Processes manuscripts and accompanying materials for release to editing and production and for sales and marketing launches. Occasionally helps represent Press at conferences. Participates in hiring and training of work-study students and summer interns. To be considered, please submit a cover letter with your application. Required Skills and Abilities 1. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including proofreading skills (accuracy, spelling, style and grammar).2. Excellent organizational, analytic, interpersonal and follow-through skills .. Demonstrated copy-editing ability. Writing sample or copyediting test may be requested at the time of interview. Demonstrated ability to juggle many tasks simultaneously and on deadline with minimal supervision .. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software .. An understanding of the value of diversity and the importance of inclusion as demonstrated through a commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization. Principal Responsibilities 1. Guides authors in manuscript revision and preparation for submission. 2. Guides authors in preparation of art for reproduction. 3. Prepares contract abstracts. 4. Prepares manuscripts for release to the manuscript editing department. 5. Independently researches, selects, and contacts readers for manuscripts and maintain reader log. Process honorariums. 6. Drafts memos for the Acquisitions Panel and the Publications Committee. 7. Prepares Title Information Sheets and other marketing/sales materials. 8. Prepares and proofreads jacket copy. 9. Secures promotional blurbs when requested. 10. Assists with preparation of grant applications. 11. Prepares workshop logs for design/production. 12. Assists in tracking project expenditures and maintaining cost sheets. 13. Undertakes and/or oversees image permissions work as required. 14. Prepares, edits, and proofreads correspondence; articulates complex and sensitive information in a convincing, coherent, and efficient way. 15. Creates and maintains book files. 16. Assists Publisher and/or Managing Editor as required. 17. Organizes and coordinates mailing of complimentary copies of new books. 18. Oversees student interns. 19. Monitors receipt of proposals and manuscripts. Prepares rejection letters. 20. Attends production, launch, and other regular in-house meetings. 21. Attends occasional academic conferences and exhibits. 22. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Two years of related work experience in the same job family and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Job Posting Date 04/30/2026 Job Category. Administrative Support. Bargaining Unit. L34 Compensation Grade. Labor Grade D - Compensation Grade Profile. Hourly Range$31.83 Time Type. Full time. Duration Type. Staff. Work Model. Hybrid.