Assistant Director for Publications and Resources

The NACADA Center for Research is seeking applicants for the Assistant Director for Resources position. The NACADA Assistant Director for Resources is a contributing member of the NACADA Center for Research related to NACADA publications. The Assistant Director for Resources serves as the managing editor of the NACADA Journal, the NACADA Review, and other sponsored publications. The position leads and facilitates NACADA’s strategic publication plan, including overseeing relevant work with advisory boards related to publishing, coordinating creation of print and electronic versions of various academic advising publications, and recruiting and working with writers and editors for the association's academic advising content and professional development. The position also supports scholarly work across a range of projects under NACADA’s research agenda of impact, context, and theories of academic advising in higher education. Minimum Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and seven years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in communication, journalism, or a related field and five years of relevant experience Five years of experience with publications development, oversight, and distribution Strong knowledge of peer-reviewed publishing processes, including manuscript submission, peer review, editorial workflows, production, indexing, and dissemination Knowledge of manuscript tracking systems, publishing software, open access models, digital libraries, and metrics tools (e.g., Impact Factor, h-index, altmetrics) Experience with contract negotiations and oversight of RFP processes Exceptional writing, researching, editing, proofreading, and digital publishing skills Experience working effectively with diverse populations and volunteers Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation and group facilitation skills Effective time management and organizational skills Ability to travel within the U.S. Experience with academic publications as an editor and manuscript reviewer Writing and reporting skills Evidence of a scholarly research agenda

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