SLIS Employment Listing

General Editor, Catholic Library World

Date posted: Nov. 3, 2009

State: Massachusetts

Job description:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Contact: Jean R. Bostley, SSJ
October 15, 2009 (413) 443-2252
cla@cathla.org
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITY (p/t)

Title: General Editor, Catholic Library World
Reports to: Executive Director, Catholic Library Association
Application Deadline: January 15, 2010
Starting Date: April 1, 2010
Overview: Catholic Library Association seeks candidates for the position (p/t) of General Editor of Catholic Library World, the official quarterly publication of the Association. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years editorial experience with journals; dynamic interpersonal and communication skills; knowledge of the various interests of CLW's readership; strong organizational skills; the ability to work well with paid staff and volunteer committee members across the U.S., and commitment to the Mission of the Catholic Library Association.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Administer all aspects of the journal
• Select new print and non-print media received from publishers for review
• Solicit potential manuscripts and book reviewers
• Evaluate all manuscript submissions and, for major articles, oversee the jury process
• Edit entire contents of each issue
• Send copy for each issue to designer/production editor
• Along with editorial committee, proofread entire contents
• Submit reports to Executive Director prior to Executive Board meetings

Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in library and/or information science, English, or related field, and a minimum of two years editorial experience. Candidate should be detail oriented; have working knowledge of Microsoft Office, style manuals, and copyright law; and possess the ability to meet deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication skills are also required. Previous library experience is preferred.

Salary and benefits: This is an excellent part time career opportunity with a starting salary of $25,000. For consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and credentials with three professional references to CLW Search Committee at the address below.

100 NORTH STREET, SUITE 224 - PITTSFIELD, MA 01201-5178 – 413-443-2252 – www.cathla.org

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