Production Assistant for Publishing ServicesOhio State UniversityJob Location: OhioApply By: 04/29/2024Date Created: ********
The Ohio State University Libraries publishes and hosts Open Access journals, archives the research and scholarship of campus partners, and promotes the open sharing of scholarly works created by Ohio State faculty, staff, and students. The Production Assistant for Publishing Services reports to the Production Services Manager and helps support the dissemination of research, scholarship, and creative expression in alignment with the Libraries strategic directions. The Production Assistant for Publishing Services assists with established production services for Open Access publishing in the Libraries and performs production work for publishing services across multiple software platforms (e.g. DSpace, Open Journal Systems, WordPress), on multiple simultaneous projects.The Publishing and Repository Services unit includes a team of one librarian, three staff members, and student employees. The position requires attention to detail, sound judgment and decision making, and knowledge of related and applicable software programs. Specific responsibilities include: perform production tasks including layout editing, data input, and DOI registration; design, implement, and document workflows for multiple concurrent production projects; monitor and ensure the quality of data input; provide publishing software technical support for editors and creators of digital content; track projects in project database; schedule and supervise the production work of student assistants.The Production Assistant for Publishing Services consistently demonstrates commitment to our values and promotes an organizational culture of Discovery, Connection, Equity, Integrity, and Stewardship (https://library.osu.edu/strategic-directions) as well as dedication to advance the work of the Research & Education unit. All other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Information Science, Communications, or Art/Humanities or other appropriate field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Approximately 1-2 years of demonstrated experience with HTML and Microsoft Word. Familiarity with publishing process. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to assist with projects under minimal supervision and to meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Desired QualificationsExperience with managing metadata. Experience with workflow development. Experience with CSS, or XML. Familiarity with accessibility standards and workflows to make PDF and web content accessible. Creativity and flexibility in using technology to solve problems. Supervisory experience. Posting RangeThe posting range for this position is $19.52 to $22.00 per hour.ApplicationPlease submit cover letter and resume with the online application at https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Production-Assistant-for-Publishing-Services_R102752-1 by April 29, 2024. Become part of the Buckeye familyOhio State's main campus is one of America's largest and most comprehensive. As Ohio's best and one of the nation's top-20 public universities, Ohio State is further recognized by a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. As a land-grant university, Ohio State has a physical presence throughout the state, with campuses and research centers located around Ohio. Learn more about being a Buckeye at https://visit.osu.edu/discover.Benefits that support your wellbeingOhio State offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to meet your unique needs. Ohio State's total rewards package includes benefits that support employees' health, finances, work-life balance, and education. Learn more about our outstanding benefits at https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/Columbus: Full of excitement and opportunityColumbus is the largest and fastest-growing city in Ohio, with a vibrant blend of arts and culture, including inspired culinary, fashion, music, and entertainment scenes, exciting collegiate and professional sports, and an open, entrepreneurial spirit. With a burgeoning downtown, lively urban districts, and a diverse array of welcoming neighborhoods it's a city that invites exploration. Learn more about the nation's best kept secret at https://visit.osu.edu/experience. The Ohio State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The Ohio State University is a member of the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Diversity Alliance.
