Extension Publications Manager

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Extension is seeking a publications manager to provide leadership for the systems, processes, technologies, and strategies that support the development, publication, accessibility, dissemination, archiving, and improvement of Extension educational publications.

You will collaborate with Extension specialists, educators, communicators, designers, librarians, web professionals, and technology teams to oversee publication workflows and ensure high-quality, research-based

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technical communications, agriculture communications, agricultural sciences, or related field.
• 3 years' experience in marketing and communications field.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems, processes, technologies, and strategies for publication lifecycle.
• Coordinate content developers, reviewers, editors, designers, and support staff.
• Improve publication workflows, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Develop and deliver professional development opportunities for Extension faculty and staff.

Skills

Strong written communication

Relationship-building

Content development knowledge

Digital accessibility standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical communications or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Content management systems

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Jason Warren, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$58000 - $84000

Salary

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

The Extension publications manager provides leadership for the systems, processes, technologies, and strategies that support the development, publication, accessibility, dissemination, archiving, and continuous improvement of Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service (OSU Extension) educational publications.

Working collaboratively with Extension specialists, educators, communicators, designers, librarians, web professionals, and technology teams, the publications manager serves as the operational leader for the Extension publication system. The position coordinates the efforts of content developers, reviewers, editors, designers, and technical support personnel to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of high-quality, research-based educational publications to Oklahoma audiences.

Serving as the manager of the Extension publications, the position oversees and continuously improves publication workflows, policies, standards, and procedures, ensuring the efficient progression of educational materials from submission through review, editing, design, accessibility compliance, publication, archiving, and distribution.

The publications manager provides leadership in evaluating and improving the effectiveness of Extension publications by identifying and implementing innovative approaches to educational content delivery. This includes leveraging emerging digital technologies, artificial intelligence applications, accessibility enhancements, metadata strategies, analytics, and integrated communication channels to expand the reach and impact of Extension educational resources.

The position develops and delivers professional development opportunities and training programs that strengthen the ability of Extension faculty and staff to create effective educational publications. The publications manager establishes best practices, provides consultation to content authors and program teams, evaluates publication performance and user engagement, and leads statewide initiatives that enhance the quality, consistency, visibility, and impact of Extension publications across all program areas.

About Us: Oklahoma State University Extension is Oklahoma's statewide system for translating university research into practical guidance for residents, farmers, businesses, and communities. Operating in all 77 counties, OSU Extension provides research-based education in agriculture, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community development — at no cost to Oklahomans. For more information, visit: https://extension.okstate.edu/

There are lots of great reasons to work at OSU. Check out our great benefits and eligibility at https://hr.okstate.edu/prospective-ee.html

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's

  Technical communications, agriculture communications, agricultural sciences, or related field

  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• 3 years' experience in marketing and communications field

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Valid driver's license

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Strong written communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Knowledge of educational publishing, content development, digital communications, or knowledge management systems.
• Ability to develop and deliver professional development programs and technical training.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards, digital content strategy, and user-centered design principles.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence applications for content development, discovery, and delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Extension education at the county, area or state level and/or 3 years of experience copyediting.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Experience collaborating across interdisciplinary teams.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Must be able to adhere to process protocol.

Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner.

Working Conditions

This is an exempt position (which indicates that the position is exempt from overtime pay/comp time accrual). According to OSU policy, a 40-hour work week is considered minimal for exempt staff, and you are expected to work hours in excess of 40 hours per week when the workload requires additional hours (to include some early mornings, evenings and/or weekends).