Director SU Press
- Employer
- Syracuse University
- Location
- New York, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Sep 20, 2022
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Posting Details
Posting Details
Job #
038853
Department Code
20685-1170
Department
SU Libraries
Job Title
Director SU Press
Location
Syracuse, NY
Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience
Staff Level
S6
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type
Full-time
Campus
Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The director of Syracuse University Press (SU Press or Press) serves as the publisher for the SU Press. The director has ultimate responsibility for all the Press’ activities in acquisitions, editorial, design, production, marketing, sales, accounting, fulfillment, and distribution. The director provides leadership to maintain the distinction and intellectual integrity of the Press by overseeing all aspects of editorial direction, planning, budgeting, staffing, and strategic management. The director oversees the daily operation of the SU Press and supervises a staff of approximately 14. The director represents the Press (and by extension the University] in professional meetings and associations. The director reports to the Libraries¿ Associate Dean of Research Excellence.
Qualifications
Advanced degree is required. Several years of progressively responsible experience in academic and/or regional trade publishing required including three or more years in a management role. Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organization skills are required. Additional preferred qualifications include creative and innovative leadership qualities; experience with digital content and electronic/online projects; understanding of current scholarly communication issues in academia; experience and success in fund-raising; ability to develop partnerships with other university departments; and proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and various software applications, including database, spreadsheet, and word-processing programs.
Job Specific Qualifications
Familiarity with all aspects of publishing, acquisitions, fiscal management, information technology, electronic projects, production, marketing, rights, inventory, and distribution is required; significant in-depth experience in a least four of these areas is preferred.
Responsibilities
Tools/Equipment
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Quick Link
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/95423
Job Posting Date
09/20/2022
Application Deadline
Full Consideration By
Job Category
Staff
Message to Applicants
Posting Details
Job #
038853
Department Code
20685-1170
Department
SU Libraries
Job Title
Director SU Press
Location
Syracuse, NY
Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience
Staff Level
S6
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type
Full-time
Campus
Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The director of Syracuse University Press (SU Press or Press) serves as the publisher for the SU Press. The director has ultimate responsibility for all the Press’ activities in acquisitions, editorial, design, production, marketing, sales, accounting, fulfillment, and distribution. The director provides leadership to maintain the distinction and intellectual integrity of the Press by overseeing all aspects of editorial direction, planning, budgeting, staffing, and strategic management. The director oversees the daily operation of the SU Press and supervises a staff of approximately 14. The director represents the Press (and by extension the University] in professional meetings and associations. The director reports to the Libraries¿ Associate Dean of Research Excellence.
Qualifications
Advanced degree is required. Several years of progressively responsible experience in academic and/or regional trade publishing required including three or more years in a management role. Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organization skills are required. Additional preferred qualifications include creative and innovative leadership qualities; experience with digital content and electronic/online projects; understanding of current scholarly communication issues in academia; experience and success in fund-raising; ability to develop partnerships with other university departments; and proficiency in the use of standard office equipment and various software applications, including database, spreadsheet, and word-processing programs.
Job Specific Qualifications
Familiarity with all aspects of publishing, acquisitions, fiscal management, information technology, electronic projects, production, marketing, rights, inventory, and distribution is required; significant in-depth experience in a least four of these areas is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the acquisitions and development of titles to continue building the Press’ reputation as a national leader in scholarly and regional publishing and to maintain the distinction and intellectual integrity of the Press. The director meets with the acquisitions editors to discuss list building and the status of publications series. The director reviews all manuscript proposals, peer review reports, and editorial board recommendations. The director reviews all contract and legal documents prepared for the Press before sending them for university approval.
- Manage an efficient, creative, and high-functioning staff to promote editorial, design, production, marketing, and sales excellence. With department managers, the director reviews the status of publishing schedules, operations, marketing activity, and university matters. The director encourages staff to participate in staff development activity through professional meetings and campus offerings.
- Ensure the overall fiscal health of the Press. The director monitors annual budget by reviewing monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and sales reports with the senior business manager. The director provides financial reports to the Associate Dean of Research Excellence and works with the Libraries’ Budget Director to review the budget status. The director reviews all manufacturing bids and selects print quantities and printers for books. The director reviews and approves all invoices and university charges.
- Investigate and direct the application of digital technologies. The director conducts research on software platforms for title management, digital activity, digital content vendors, and digital aggregators to provide efficient workflow options for the Press. The director determines the list of titles designated for EPUB conversions.
- Articulate the Press’ needs externally and within the University. The director prepares reports for the university administration and the Associate Dean of Research Excellence on the status of the Press. The director works with the Press¿ marketing staff on public relations, website development, and social media. The director seeks opportunities for grants and donations to support the publishing operation of the Press. The director is a member of the Library Management Team that meets twice a month.
Tools/Equipment
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Quick Link
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/95423
Job Posting Date
09/20/2022
Application Deadline
Full Consideration By
Job Category
Staff
Message to Applicants
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