Editorial Assistant jobs in California

Location: OaklandFull Time
Job ID: 48502
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Position Base: Oakland

UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

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DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

University of California Press has served as a bridge connecting the academic world and curious readers worldwide for over 125 years. We publish books and journals that shift paradigms in the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences, with a focus on social justice. Our work amplifies bold, diverse perspectives and inspires critical thought and action. We believe in the potential for scholarship to fundamentally change how people think, lead, and live.

POSITION SUMMARY

University of California Press seeks an Editorial Assistant to work with two Acquisitions Editors.

Responsibilities

50% Guide authors in preparing manuscripts for production, evaluate art and permissions and format files, and act as liaison to the production department.

10% Assist editors with manuscript and proposal review.

10% Address author requests and queries in a timely and professional manner. Act as liaison between author and Press personnel from various departments.

10% Prepare marketing materials. Solicit and edit back cover blurbs.

10% Perform clerical tasks such as copying, maintaining electronic files, updating database, drafting contracts from templates, and processing invoices. Provide other administrative duties as needed.

5% Assist editors in signing, developing, and publishing high-quality books.

5% Attend 1-2 academic conferences each year.

Required Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong collaborative skills to work effectively across the organization at all levels.
• Good time management skills; be organized and capable of prioritizing across activities and projects.
• Detail-oriented; make sure that daily activities are handled with accuracy.
• Demonstrated proficiency using: email, word processing, and spreadsheet applications; common desktop/web applications.

Education:

• Education equivalent to high school graduation and three years' experience providing administrative assistance in a comparable work environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

This position has been approved for a remote or hybrid (onsite and remote) work arrangement within California. The selected candidate must reside in California, or relocate upon hire.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary: $25.27 (Step 3) - $26.36 (Step 5) / hour, commensurate with experience

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Job Title: Blank Ast 2

Job Code: 004723

STEPS 1 - 17: Step 1: $24.30/hour - Step 17: $34.46

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job is February 15, 2023. The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. UC Smoke & Tobacco Free Policy

August 2021 Update: The University of California has issued a policy requiring employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID -19 before physically accessing the University location or programs. Upon hire into a UCOP position, you will be provided detailed instructions on how to comply with this policy including access to the COVID vaccination at no cost. New hires to UCOP who work onsite or will come onsite for any activities at a UCOP or other UC location must comply with this policy within 8 weeks after their start date. The policy allows for employees to request approval for an exception or deferral. UC COVID-19 Vaccine Policy

EEO STATEMENT

The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. EEO/AA Employer UC Nondiscrimination Policy

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