• Job Description

  Req#: 60051
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  Hourly Range:

  $24.71 per hour, $48,184.50 annual

  About SMU

  SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.

  Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. The University’s entrepreneurial spirit lives in people from every academic discipline who see opportunities to create something new in the world – and work hard to bring their innovations to life. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for our students, faculty and alumni to make a global impact. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.

  About the Magazine:

  Southwest Review is the third-longest-running literary magazine in America. To see the kinds of content the magazine publishes, go to www.southwestreview.com.

  About the Position:

  This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

  The production assistant handles inquiries, including copyright inquiries and permissions; collects files from writers for verification and accuracy; prepares and distributes electronic copies of finished issues for online distributors; oversees our rather complicated shipping operation, which involves a mix of domestic and international shipments; makes sure that the editor-in-chief receives DocuSign payment approvals so that the contributors to our print magazine and website are paid in a timely manner; maintains subscriber lists and creates issue labels for each issue; maintains electronic and hard records on writers and manuscripts; coordinates and conducts correspondence; and handles the extensive paperwork involved in maintaining our website and paying our online contributors. In short, the production assistant keeps the office running and is indispensable. Also, the production assistant will help with events and programs.

  Essential Functions:

  • Manages the office day to day through a great deal of organization and communication.

  • Handles contracts and attendant paperwork

  • Shipping: this includes the packaging of issues and other items, the coordination of delivery and shipping schedules, and communication with the printer and the mail office.

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  Education and Experience:

  A high school diploma (or equivalent) with four years experience is required or an Associate's degree with two years experience or a Bachelor's degree with no years of experience.

  Extensive experience in office management at a literary magazine or similar publication is a plus, but is not required.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.

  Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

  Candidate must be able to quickly adapt to changes in software.

  Candidate must be able to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

  Candidate must possess (or be able to acquire) a thorough knowledge of Submittable.

  Physical and Environmental Demands:

  • Sit for long periods of time

  Deadline to Apply:

  Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by March 15, 2024.

  Application deadline: March 22,2024

  EEO Statement:

  SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

  Benefits:

  SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

  SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

  The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.

• About the company

  SMU is a private university of 11,000 students near the center of Dallas with a mission to expand knowledge through academic excellence and hands-on research. Our distinguished history, our vibrant region and our outstanding alumni all position SMU...

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