Editorial Assistant, Booklist

2 months ago

Chicago, United States American Library Association Full time

Booklist is widely viewed as offering the most reliable reviews to help libraries decide what to buy and to help library patrons and students decide what to read, view, or listen to through a growing range of media. It comprises two print magazines, an extensive website and database, e-newsletters, webinars, podcasts, and other resources that support librarians in collection development and readers' advisory.

Booklist is seeking a full-time Editorial Assistant to join its Adult/Audio team.

Responsibilities include:

Accurately and quickly checking books into the Booklist database. Monitoring and sorting a daily influx of digital book submissions, sending review copies to freelancer reviewers, and generally maintaining the smooth operations and workflow for Booklist’s Editorial team. Communicates frequently with freelancers about review deadlines and other topics, as well as with publishers about the status of their titles. Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of a variety of operations, including publisher and freelancer contact information, starred book reviews, and mailing schedules.

This is a regular full-time position based in our Chicago office.

ALA staff are currently working on a hybrid schedule. Please note that although we have a generous telecommuting policy for our employees, we do not have any truly remote positions in states outside of our workplace sites.

ALA currently requires that employees be fully vaccinated as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Proof of vaccination will be required on or before start date.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.

Starting salary range negotiable from the low 40s; based on relevant experience. ALA has an excellent benefit package that includes flexible work schedules, medical, dental, generous paid vacation and a retirement annuity and a 35-hour work week. You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

FOR CONSIDERATION:

Apply online including a cover letter, resume and three writing samples.

Or

Send resume, cover letter and writing samples to:

American Library Association

Human Resources Department

Ref: editassistBooklist

Email:

The American Library Association is an equal opportunity employer: Disability/Veteran.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree is preferred, ideally in English or the humanities Minimum 1 to 2 years related experience (may include internships and/or volunteer service) Exceptional communication skills – verbal and written Strong attention to details Adhere to multiple deadlines and can multitask in a fast-paced work environment Basic knowledge of book publishing and libraries a plus Familiarity with Google drive, Dropbox, and Excel strongly preferred. Must be flexible and able to handle competing, sometimes conflicting priorities

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