Editor III (.625 FTE)

University of St. Thomas; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Editor III position within the Catholic Studies department.

This is a 25‑hour‑per‑week, 0.625 FTE role responsible for managing the production process of Logos: A Journal of Catholic Thought and Culture, including copyediting and typesetting. The Editor coordinates submissions, budgeting, marketing, and outreach, mentors editorial assistants, and collaborates with the Center for Catholic Studies to advance the journal’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, writing, journalism, Catholic Studies, Theology, or a humanities field.
• Five years of administrative or project management experience.
• Two years of professional writing/editing for a publication and/or ability to learn Logos house style based on the Chicago Manual of Style.
• Enthusiasm for the work and purpose of the Center for Catholic Studies.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Background screening required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production process: set production schedule, copy editing; copyright and art permissions; review proofreading by authors and proofreaders; cover design.
• Supervise independent contractors in typesetting, proofreading, and outside design; manage printing, manufacturing process, and Project Muse relationships.
• Supervise and mentor CSMA students who serve as editorial assistants.
• Manage the submission process: receive and acknowledge submissions; send manuscripts for review; monitor copyright and postal regulations.
• Develop publishing partners and manage inquiries; monitor newsletters, e-mails, and phone inquiries.
• Provide event support that promotes the journal and related Center activities.

Skills

Editing

Project management

Copyediting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, writing, journalism, Catholic Studies, Theology, or a humanities field

Job description

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Editor III position within the department for Catholic Studies. This position has a full-time equivalency (FTE) of .625 or 25 hours per week.

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Tuition Remissionfor employees, spouses, and dependents


• Generous Retirement Contributionsto support your future


• Comprehensive Health Coverageincluding medical, dental, and vision


• Fully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&D


• Paid Parental Leaveto support growing families

Salary Range: $35,000 to $45,000

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The Editor is responsible for managing the marketing, design, production processes including copyediting and typesetting, scheduling, budgeting, and cost reporting for the academic journal Logos: A Journal of Catholic Thought and Culture. The Editor ensures the journal meets high academic publishing standards and is promoted aggressively so that the journal can uphold its international reputation and remain self-supporting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Manage the production process: set production schedule, copy editing; copyright and art permissions; review proofreading by authors and proofreaders; cover design. supervise independent contractors in typesetting, proofreading, and outside design; manage printing, manufacturing process, and Project Muse relationships. Supervise and mentor CSMA students who serve as editorial assistants.

Manage the submission process: receive and acknowledge submissions from authors through the online submission form; send manuscripts out for review; keep abreast of copyright and postal regulations; monitor agreements with other publishers, libraries, agencies. Develop publishing partners, including journal and ad exchanges, and complimentary subscriptions. Monitor all journal, postal, e-mail, and phone inquiries.

Responsible for marketing and sales, including web site design and development; digital and print ads; e-mail campaigns, database management, and table marketing at Center events and academic conferences. Work closely with the Associate Director of Catholic Studies and CSMA editorial assistant to accomplish these functions.

Keep files and records for journal, including financial records, inventory, hard-copy, and electronic archives; assist editor in managing all budget, manage other office functions. Manage and track revenue from subscriptions and advertising sales. Work with director of the Center for Catholic Studies and advisory board to determine other funding sources or advertising avenues.

Provide event support that promotes the journal and provides educational opportunities related to the journal and the Center for Catholic Studies. Other writing and editing assignments (e.g., Lumen) and assistance with Center events and publications as requested by the Director and Associate Director of the Center for Catholic Studies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, writing, journalism, Catholic Studies, Theology, or a humanities field


• Five years of administrative or project management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in writing and editing for a professional publication and/or an ability to quickly learn the Logos house style based on the Chicago Manual of Style


• Enthusiasm for the work and purpose of the Center for Catholic Studies

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.