director editor Santa Fe, NM
Job description
Salary
$25.56 - $40.90 Hourly
$53,165 - $85,064 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 70
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Why does the job exist?
Please visit us at www.newmexicoculture.org
Created in 1978 by the New Mexico Legislature, the Department of Cultural Affairs represents New Mexico's dedication to preserving and celebrating the cultural integrity and diversity of our state. The Department oversees a broad range of New Mexico's arts and cultural heritage agencies. These include 15 divisions representing a variety of programs and services.
This position directs the editorial activities of the Museum of New Mexico Press, a regional book publisher.
How does it get done?
The position plans and implements all editorial activities to include copyediting, proofreading, project development, and acquisitions.
Who are the customers?
Readers of books in New Mexico, the Southwest and world; bookstores, museum shops, specialty retailers; colleges and schools; public and private libraries; museums; national parks/monuments.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has experience editing scholarly and trade books, including preparation of artwork. Proficiency using Chicago Manual of Style.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years of experience developing and editing books for general (trade) publications. Substitutions Apply. See Substitution Table below.
Substitution Table
These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
- Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
- If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
Working Conditions
Office setting with extensive computer work and telephone usage.
Supplemental Information
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Agency Contact Information: Anna Gallegos (505) 476-1154 or Email: [email protected]
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
