Contact Info > Jobs   Employment Opportunities with BSCS • TWO POSITIONS • Print and Multimedia Publications Manager Marketing Manager Print and Multimedia Publications Manager BSCS Office of Publications General Description BSCS is a non-profit, K-12 science education organization whose mission is to provide leadership in curriculum development, professional development, and research and evaluation. Currently, BSCS seeks a publications manager for its Office of Publications, which provides production and publication oversight, management, and services for the entire organization. This position involves managing the production of products as well as managing individuals. The products include comprehensive textbooks in the sciences K-12, supplementary instructional materials, monographs, reports, binders for professional development services, and promotional materials, for example. The products include both print and multimedia. Some products require long production time lines across a year, and other products require a short production time line of a few weeks or days. At any one time there may be from three to ten projects in different phases of production. The publications manager is expected to coordinate the production schedules and tasks; work closely with outside vendors such as editors, illustrators, designers, photographers, videographers, publishers, and printers; and work collaboratively with the BSCS staff to produce high quality materials. The publications manager will report to the Director of Operations and is expected to work closely with the directors of the three programmatic centers, the communications department, and the administrative offices. Experience, The publications manager must have relevant, appropriate experience for the position. Candidates for the position must present verifiable credentials and letters of support that demonstrate exemplary expertise. This person must have a broad understanding of print and media production processes and publications including parameters of different style guides, editing, design, and pre-press and printing specifications, as well as specific experience in educational publishing. In general, we expect that this person will have at least five years of experience in a similar position. Educational Background The person in this position must have a Bachelor’s degree in English or a closely related field. A Master's degree is preferred. Specific Duties and Responsibilities Oversee and manage production time lines on projects across the organization Set project time lines in collaboration with project staff Oversee the quality of all work accomplished through the office of publications Provide expert guidance with respect to editing and style Effectively manage people within the office of production Communicate clearly and often with project teams and center directors Set priorities for the production office Help set standards and guidelines for each type of material we produce Ensure our products meet our standards of excellence Other Duties Professionalstaff members must have the ability to manage complex tasks and tight deadlines. The publications manager should expect a certain amount of travel. In addition to normal administrative responsibilities, staff members are often asked to participate in activities that promote the general well-being of the organization. The director of operations and the executive director may assign other duties to the publications manager, as they deem necessary. To apply, please review the BSCS website, then e-mail resume and cover letter to job@bscs.org no later than 9 June 08. Please put “Publications” in the subject line of the email. Make sure your cover letter demonstrates a familiarity with the organization and indicates why you are qualified for the position and include a brief statement about why working with BSCS would be important to you. Materials that do not attend to these requirements or are incomplete will not be considered. Salary range: $40,000 to $70,000, based on education and work experience. Marketing Manager BSCS (Biological Sciences Curriculum Study) currently has an opening for a fulltime Marketing Manager. BSCS is a not-for-profit, tax exempt, 501(c)(3) science education research and development institution located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Since its inception in 1958, BSCS has been among the world’s leaders in the development and professional support of exemplary science instructional materials (primarily K-12). BSCS, now in its 50th year, is the oldest continuously active research and development group focused on innovative science curriculum. BSCS is organized into three centers to highlight different areas of science education: Curriculum Development, Professional Development, and Research and Evaluation. As part of its strategic plan, BSCS is currently reorganizing and expanding its Communications Department and seeks a Marketing Manager as an integral position within the department. The Marketing Manager will bring strong project management skills, including the ability to work on a team, maintain budgets and timelines, and meet scheduled deadlines. This position will report to the Director of Communications. BSCS offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. Responsibilities Develop a “from the ground up” marketing/PR plan for the organization to encompass print and digital media opportunities Cultivate and organize event opportunities and relationships with potential partners Develop an annual calendar from which to plan and execute marketing and development strategies Manage the upgrade and/or new development of a comprehensive database Manage and market the BSCS eStore Collect and study analytics data for improved marketing efforts and campaigns Supervise production of web-based annual report Coordinate with and support organizational development activities, including proposal development and individual donor campaigns Skills and Workplace Characteristics Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to multi-task and function independently Ability to tolerate ambiguity Ability to take initiative while maintaining excellent communication with team and supervisor Willingness to travel occasionally General understanding of print and electronic production Proficiency in PC systems - Office, Excel, PowerPoint Experience conceptualizing and using and databases for marketing purposes Working knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator a plus Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field A minimum 3-4 years experience in marketing and/or communications, preferably with a nonprofit organization or publisher of educational materials More experienced people are welcome to apply To apply, please review the BSCS website, then e-mail resume and cover letter to job@bscs.org no later than 9 June 08. Please put “Marketing” in the subject line of the email. Make sure your cover letter demonstrates a familiarity with the organization and indicates why you are qualified for the position and include a brief statement about why working with BSCS would be important to you. Materials that do not attend to these requirements or are incomplete will not be considered. Salary range: $40,000 to $70,000, based on education and work experience.

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