NGE Assistant Editor

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

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M-F, 8 hrs/day. Some evening or weekend work may be required.

This is currently a temporary two year position with the possibility of becoming permanent.

This is an in-person position based out of UGA's Athens campus.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

The NGE Assistant Editor reports to the NGE Managing Editor and contributes to the day-to-day operation of the New Georgia Encyclopedia ( NGE). Duties include managing the development of content by working closely with writers and editors to produce authoritative peer-reviewed scholarship; revising existing entries to ensure they are accurate, up-to-date, and reflect recent scholarly literature; developing strategies for improving project's usefulness for target audiences, including students, educators, and the general public; maintaining editorial schedules; and ensuring consistency of tone and style throughout the NGE.

This is currently a temporary two year position with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Typical for office environment

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Acquires, reviews, and edits new entries and submissions (both text and multimedia) by corresponding with authors and preparing and editing copy to improve readability. Responds to user comments, verifying facts, dates, and statistics, and updating entries. Cultivates diverse representation for existing and new content by monitoring site coverage and participating in regular reviews of the publication's stylebook and editorial policies. Contributes original content for publication in the Encyclopedia and ancillary materials.

Works with the programmers/developers/designers to maintain, improve, and upgrade the NGE website and its content management system. Collaborates with Digital Library of Georgia on metadata sharing.

Provides oversight and maintenance of internal and external links throughout the New Georgia Encyclopedia website and updating non-evergreen content to ensure accuracy of statistics and other information.

Develops strategies for improving project's long-term success and usefulness for audiences by collaborating with partners and other stakeholders. Undertakes outreach and promotional activities, including maintenance of social media channels.

Works closely with graduate assistants and interns, providing oversight of their work.

Maintains flexibility and contributes by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Managing Editor.