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Form of workEssential Duties
1. Checks for grammatical and factual accuracy. Revises and verifies final copy prior to publication. 2. Maintains contact with authors, printers, faculty, staff and others associated with published work. 3. Tracks copy through editing and production stages. Performs layout work, coordinates production schedules, and ensures printing deadlines are met. 4. May assist in writing copy for department, school, and University publications. 5. Performs clerical functions incidental to editorial activities.
Required Education and Experience
Four years of related work experience, two of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and a high school level education; or two years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Position Focus:
The Yale Review Editorial Assistant provides editorial and administrative support to the editor, deputy editor, and managing editor of The Yale Review. The Editorial Assistant supports the editor with day-to-day administration, teaching, and keeps the editor's calendar, as well as helping the editorial team at every stage of the production process for the print quarterly and The Yale Review website. TYR's Editorial Assistant manages the office, and assists with public outreach, event planning, subscription management, and various administrative tasks.
Assists the editor with travel and schedules. The Editorial Assistant helps with closing and occasional editing of articles from writers and works to finalize copy for the issue and for the website, including headline writing and social media help as well as outreach and follow-up after article publication; compiles and synthesizes data, summarizes findings and writes reports, attends and coordinates meetings, updates production process documents and calendars regularly; helps to oversee interns and graduate student fellows, particularly during summer months; helps with subscriptions, business, and fundraising efforts.
The Editorial Assistant is also responsible for the following administrative tasks: Coordinates mailings to authors and subscribers; serves as principal source of information to students, staff, and faculty on policies, procedures, programs, and office activities; greets visitors, answers and screens telephone calls and emails; assesses nature of business and responds to requests for information; screens and responds to mail; coordinates travel arrangements; schedules and coordinates meetings and appointments; orders and maintains inventory of supplies; distributes received mail; manages the editor-in-chief's calendar and appointments.
The Editorial Assistant may also provide coverage for the following tasks: paying invoices, processing expenses, entering purchase orders, and other financial-related tasks.
This position is a fully on-site role. A cover letter is required for consideration.
The following Principal Responsibilities are generic in nature; the information contained in the Position Focus is most relevant to this position.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Related professional work experience in literary magazines, including internships, or relevant Bachelor's degree in a related field. Strong interest in contemporary literature, journalism, and publishing. A cover letter is required for consideration.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and follow-through. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, for both internal and external communication.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Ability to function independently and as part of an integrated team in a fast-paced environment. Self-directed and resourceful; ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and exercise independent judgment. Ability to multitask effectively with demanding time constraints and follow through on tasks without much oversight.
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook or similar systems. Ability and willingness to learn new technology and systems, such as Workday, AirTable, and more.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines
1. Checks for grammatical and factual accuracy. Revises and verifies final copy prior to publication. 2. Maintains contact with authors, printers, faculty, staff and others associated with published work. 3. Tracks copy through editing and production stages. Performs layout work, coordinates production schedules, and ensures printing deadlines are met. 4. May assist in writing copy for department, school, and University publications. 5. Performs clerical functions incidental to editorial activities.
Required Education and Experience
Four years of related work experience, two of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and a high school level education; or two years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Background Check Requirements
All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.
Position Focus:
The Yale Review Editorial Assistant provides editorial and administrative support to the editor, deputy editor, and managing editor of The Yale Review. The Editorial Assistant supports the editor with day-to-day administration, teaching, and keeps the editor's calendar, as well as helping the editorial team at every stage of the production process for the print quarterly and The Yale Review website. TYR's Editorial Assistant manages the office, and assists with public outreach, event planning, subscription management, and various administrative tasks.
Assists the editor with travel and schedules. The Editorial Assistant helps with closing and occasional editing of articles from writers and works to finalize copy for the issue and for the website, including headline writing and social media help as well as outreach and follow-up after article publication; compiles and synthesizes data, summarizes findings and writes reports, attends and coordinates meetings, updates production process documents and calendars regularly; helps to oversee interns and graduate student fellows, particularly during summer months; helps with subscriptions, business, and fundraising efforts.
The Editorial Assistant is also responsible for the following administrative tasks: Coordinates mailings to authors and subscribers; serves as principal source of information to students, staff, and faculty on policies, procedures, programs, and office activities; greets visitors, answers and screens telephone calls and emails; assesses nature of business and responds to requests for information; screens and responds to mail; coordinates travel arrangements; schedules and coordinates meetings and appointments; orders and maintains inventory of supplies; distributes received mail; manages the editor-in-chief's calendar and appointments.
The Editorial Assistant may also provide coverage for the following tasks: paying invoices, processing expenses, entering purchase orders, and other financial-related tasks.
This position is a fully on-site role. A cover letter is required for consideration.
The following Principal Responsibilities are generic in nature; the information contained in the Position Focus is most relevant to this position.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Related professional work experience in literary magazines, including internships, or relevant Bachelor's degree in a related field. Strong interest in contemporary literature, journalism, and publishing. A cover letter is required for consideration.
Posting Disclaimer
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:
University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
Required Skill/Ability 1:
Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and follow-through. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, for both internal and external communication.
Required Skill/Ability 2:
Ability to function independently and as part of an integrated team in a fast-paced environment. Self-directed and resourceful; ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and exercise independent judgment. Ability to multitask effectively with demanding time constraints and follow through on tasks without much oversight.
Required Skill/Ability 5:
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook or similar systems. Ability and willingness to learn new technology and systems, such as Workday, AirTable, and more.
COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
The University maintains policies pertaining to COVID-19. All faculty, staff, students, and trainees are required to comply with these policies, which may be found here:
https://covid19.yale.edu/health-guidelines
