Job Details
Part Time - MP Graduate Publishing Lead
Date Posted: 10/29/2026
Job Code: SHOPSCS2/30320/MP Graduate Publishing Lead
Department: Montezuma Publishing
Address: 5500 Campanile Drive
City: San Diego
State: CA
Category: Montezuma Publishing
Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00
Employment Type: Part Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution
Description
COMPENSATION:
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the customer service of review, formatting and print reproduction of graduate theses and doctoral dissertations, for Montezuma Publishing, a division of Aztec Shops, Ltd., at San Diego State University. It includes reviewing documents according to University guidelines, order-taking, preparing documents for formatting, printing, and maintaining quality control standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DEPENDING ON LOCATION:
NOTE: The duties listed below are examples of the variety and general nature of those performed by employees in this job description. The list is descriptive only and should not be used for any other purpose. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is not an all-encompassing list and additional duties may be assigned based on business needs. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Responsible for reviewing all San Diego State University (SDSU) / San Jose State University (SJSU) graduate theses and doctoral dissertations based upon the guidelines outlined by the university, and the department guidelines.
- Adheres to all deadlines established by the SDSU/SJSU Graduate Studies to ensure the timely graduation of SDSU/SJSU students.
- Communication liaison between Montezuma Publishing and the SDSU/SJSU Graduate Studies staff.
- Receives and inputs orders from customers for formatting, review and publishing and communicates with customers regarding order status.
- Based on the number of orders, communicates staffing needs for scheduling to the Assistant Manager.
- Prepares materials for reproduction and binding following established standards and procedures.
- Formats graduate theses and doctoral dissertation according to SDSU/SJSU and its department standards utilizing the appropriate software programs.
- Supplies monthly reports from database management systems.
- Arranges for the binding and archiving of all applicable theses and dissertations.
- Verifies quality and quantity of products and arranges pickup and deliveries of product to customers, departments, library and ProQuest.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with customers, coworkers, vendors, faculty, staff, and university personnel.
- Must comply with and ensure continued, consistent compliance with all company policies, and federal, state, and local laws/regulations including but not limited to: employment, safety, and health.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
The minimum requirement for applicants is a High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) degree required. Some college coursework is preferred. Related experience and/or training or any equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must be very detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and work independently. Must be computer literate with demonstrated skill in digital technology (i.e., Adobe Acrobat, digital file manipulation, electronic file transfer) knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products; able to use new software and equipment. Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills are required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Must be able to read, write and understand English. Requires the ability to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives. Requires the ability to read, comprehend, analyze, and interpret general business information and policy manuals. Requires the ability to write reports and communicate effectively using telephone, written, and electronic means. Requires the ability to effectively and respectfully present information one-on-one, in large and small group situations, to customers, management and employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Must be able to perform basic math functions; add, subtract, multiply and divide.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions delivered in oral or written form.
MANUAL DEXTERITY:
Must be able to utilize a computer. Requires the ability to use a variety of office machines and equipment.
PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION:
Must have the ability to talk/expressing and/or exchanging ideas and hear/perceiving sounds.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate office equipment such as computers, copy machines, and fax machines. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently handling objects; keypad or papers and books. Employees are frequently required to sit and may occasionally stand and/or walk. Must be able to move, lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 20 pounds. Specific visual abilities required by this job include close vision,color vision for extensive reading and interpretation of reports and documents.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND HAZARDS
Work is regularly performed in a traditional office setting with occasional visits to the SDSU Graduate Division offices. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act pursuant to California Penal Code Section 11166.5.
BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION:
A background check will be conducted after a conditional offer of employment is extended by the company and accepted by the applicant and must be satisfactorily completed prior to any applicant beginning work in a full-time, part-time non-student, or sensitive student capacity with Aztec Shops Ltd.
Background checks will include, at minimum, verification of education and employment histories, criminal records, national sex offender registry check, and references. Additionally, based on the nature and scope of the position, the background check may also include a credit report, motor vehicle report, and verification of professional licenses.
Failure to answer background check questions honestly, and satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the employment status of applicants or continued employment of current Aztec Shops employees who apply for promotional positions which require a background check.
Aztec Shops Ltd. complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws, including California Fair Chance Act, when conducting background checks.
Aztec Shops will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Aztec Shops is concerned about criminal history that is directly related to the job, you will be given notice and an opportunity to respond and provide additional information such as rehabilitation efforts or mitigating circumstances, or information pertaining to the accuracy of the background report. Aztec Shops will consider all evidence of rehabilitation and mitigating circumstances. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.
Aztec Shops is a diverse community representing many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful culture that promotes open communication, mutual respect, and a sense of belonging, to support the success of both our employees and students. All Aztec Shops programs and activities are open and accessible to all individuals, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin, and other characteristics protected by law. Consistent with California and federal civil rights laws, Aztec Shops maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices. Aztec Shops is dedicated to providing equal opportunity in employment and ensuring that no employee or applicant faces unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, job assignments, disciplinary actions, and terminations. Our commitment to equal opportunity ensures that every employee has access to the resources and support needed to thrive and succeed. Aztec Shops complies with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws. For additional information about the SDSU campus policy please visit Affirming Equal Opportunity.
Organization
Since it was founded in 1897, San Diego State University has grown to offer bachelor's degrees in 89 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 21 areas. SDSU's approximately 32,000 students participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future.
SDSU's annual economic impact to the state of California is $6.5 billion, according to an impact report done by the California State University in 2010.
Of SDSU's 280,000-plus alumni, approximately 60 percent live in San Diego. They comprise more than half the region's engineers, teachers, entrepreneurs and the local workforce for a host of other industries.
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- Research: Since 2000, SDSU faculty and staff have attracted more than $1.7 billion in grants and contracts for research and programs ranging from cardiovascular disease to marine biology.
- Diversity: SDSU ranks No. 19 in the nation for racial diversity and among the top universities for economic diversity. SDSU was ranked No. 11 in the nation and No. 4 in California for bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanics by Hispanic Outlook for Higher Education
- International Study: SDSU offers 350 international education programs in 50 countries. Nearly 12,000 students have studied abroad in the past 12 years.
- Community Service: SDSU is a recognized leader in innovative efforts to improve urban K-12 education. The City Heights Educational Collaborative and Compact for Success both positively impact the academic achievement of elementary, middle and high school students in the local area.
- Sustainability: Sustainability is an every-day part of the university culture at San Diego State University. Students, faculty and staff all participate in a myriad of ways, from festivals, to research to academic programs. In spring 2014, SDSU opens its first LEED Platinum Certified building — the 206,000 square-foot Aztec Student Union.
