This role is for an Officer of Administration overseeing a small, high-impact book publishing operation.
They will manage all aspects of book production, distribution, marketing, publicity, and sales, with supervisory authority over the budget.
The position involves negotiating author contracts, setting publication schedules, coordinating publicity efforts, and working closely with authors, partners, and vendors.
Additional responsibilities include managing relationships with booksellers, attending industry conferences, contributing to revenue and fundraising goals, and engaging with donors and alumni.
The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree, 7-9+ years of publishing experience, strong leadership skills, creativity, discretion, and extensive contacts in the publishing industry.
The role offers a salary range of $140,000 - $160,000 annually, with a 35-hour work week at a university building.