Job Details
Job Title: Executive Publishing Advisor (Part-Time)
Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 303019
About Us
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.
Location
Dahlonega
Job Summary
The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for an Executive Publishing Advisor - part-time. The Executive Publishing Advisor assists the Director of the University of North Georgia Press with assigned strategic projects, publishing initiatives, grant development, and other Press priorities. The Advisor also supports the Director in developing and maintaining relationships with faculty, academic departments, universities, and academic and publishing partners.
For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu.
Responsibilities
- Support the Director of the University of North Georgia Press in carrying out assigned Press priorities, projects, and initiatives.
- Conduct research, analysis, and project development as assigned by the Director to support Press planning, operations, publishing programs, partnerships, and new initiatives.
- Assist the Director with publishing projects and initiatives at various stages of development as assigned.
- Assist the Director with the development and preparation of grant proposals, narratives, project descriptions, supporting documentation, and other application materials as assigned.
- Assist the Director in maintaining relationships between the Press and faculty, academic departments, other universities, and academic and publishing partners as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of publishing processes and practices.
- Knowledge of higher education and academic environments.
- Ability to conduct research, analyze findings, and synthesize information in support of assigned Press projects and initiatives.
- Ability to prepare grant proposals, project materials, reports, and other professional documents as assigned.
- Ability to provide effective project-based support across a range of assigned Press priorities and initiatives.
- Ability to organize and manage assigned projects and meet established deadlines.
- Ability to work independently in carrying out assignments under the direction of the Director.
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with faculty, academic departments, universities, and academic and publishing partners in support of assigned outreach activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree or higher preferred.
- At least five years of experience within higher education or adjacent academic experience.
- Experience in grant research, writing, reporting, and fulfilment post award.
- Experience in interorganizational and/or interdepartmental initiatives/projects within higher education and the publishing industry.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least five years of experience in publishing, with management experience in academic publishing preferred.
Proposed Salary
Salary Range $32.72 - $35.99
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume, Cover Letter, and Transcripts
- Contact information for three professional references
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Institutional Values
The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.
Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.
Background Check
- Standard Enhanced + Education
