Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Digital Publishing Manager plans, develops, implements, and assesses WashU Libraries’ digital publishing programs and infrastructure, providing support for diverse academic and creative works—journals, books, and other web-based projects—and integrating digital publishing tools into research, teaching and learning. The incumbent ensures a user-focused approach to delivering services, leads training and outreach in collaboration with colleagues across the Libraries and the University, and supports related departmental initiatives to broaden the dissemination, accessibility, and impact of scholarly output at WashU.

Job Description

• Manages daily operations for the Libraries’ long-form and digital project publishing services, including user support, content management, and system configuration/optimization.
• Develops and refines strategies and policies for publishing services delivered or facilitated across platforms by the Libraries.
• Devises dissemination strategies and methods for assessing the success of digital publishing projects.
• Works collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff to integrate digital publishing tools into research, teaching, and learning, providing training and support that fosters digital pedagogy.
• May supervise student assistants involved in digital publishing initiatives.
• Collaborates with Library colleagues and vendors on platform development and enhancements necessary to support scholarly works and digital collections in a wide variety of formats
• Develops and implements procedures, workflows, and user documentation for publishing platforms and services, in consultation with colleagues within WashU Libraries.
• Conducts outreach and solicits content and projects through consultation with faculty, researchers, and academic staff throughout the WashU community.

Professional Development and Service

• Serves on Library committees and groups.
• Represents the Libraries on campus, nationally, and internationally in appropriate professional venues, and engages in professional activities outside of the university to stay up to date on developments in digital publishing services and related professional areas.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Supervisory (1 Year)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

M.L.S. - Master of Library Science

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Project Management (), Academic Research Institution ()

Skills:

Academic Publishing, Academic Research, Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Content Management, Customer Service, Digital Archiving, Documentations, Dublin Core, Educational Resources, Interpersonal Communication, Learning New Technologies, Omeka, Organizing, Problem Solving, Project Management, Scalar, Scholarly Communication, User Services, WordPress, Working Independently

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.