SUMMARY:
The Marketing & Library Relations Strategist, will execute the
vision and strategy for the AMS ‘s wide-ranging portfolio of publishing
products, including books, e-books, journals, MathSciNet, and electronic
products. This position is also responsible for developing, writing and
coordinating promotions of AMS products via all available venues. Experience working with libraries
and/or MLS/MLIS degree a plus.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Execute targeted promotions to the library market with focus on
eBook collections, Journals, and databases
- Manage relations with librarians directly, as a supporting member
of the Physics-Astronomy-Mathematics Division of the Special Library
Association, and through our relationships with Consortia
- Manage
the Librarian Newsletter and other key communication channels
- Coordinate renewal/retention/cross-selling campaigns with Customer
Service and agents
- Journal author/editor/reviewer relations – develop campaigns
to promote our journal content
- Collaborate
across departments. Participate in
several collaborative groups that have representatives from many different
departments in order to provide a cohesive marketing and promotion of AMS
products
- Influence
product or site design, ensuring that AMS products are represented within
relevant channels and customer communities
- Engage social marketing techniques to drive usage and sale
- Plan,
coordinate and implement promotion/marketing plans for current and future
AMS products including assessment of those efforts
- Responsible
for marketing and promotion of AMS presence at exhibits and conferences
- Assist
with budgeting for marketing and promotional efforts
- Some
professional travel required.
- Perform other or similar related duties as requested or assigned
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
RELATIONSHIPS:
- The MLRS will work closely with internal staff at all levels in addition to communicating with external members of the marketing and publishing communities in order to identify marketing and promotional opportunities.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully,
an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor’s
degree
- Minimum 2 years of experience in marketing and publishing required, experience marketing to libraries strongly preferred. Experience with non-profit, academic/professional society publishing preferred
- Strong
understanding of marketing and branding strategies and execution
- Eye for
effective design aesthetic and strong writing skills
- Excellent
project management skills, including work prioritization, planning, and
task delegation
- Talented at handling competing priorities under pressure
ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES:
The following attributes and competencies are indicators of the
skills and/or behaviors necessary to successfully perform the essential
functions of the position:
- Demonstrates understanding of organization’s mission, structure,
culture, and constituencies
- Demonstrates knowledge of own department’s work activities and
mission; understands how own job impacts work of department
- Responds positively to changes in the organization and the
workplace
- Demonstrates flexibility in responding to work demands
- Demonstrates and communicates respect for the opinions and beliefs
of other people at all levels and fosters a climate of mutual respect
- Plans and organizes work effectively
- Accepts accountability for job performance and results
- Works effectively with others in a variety of settings
- Uses communication tools effectively (e.g., presentation, verbal,
writing, relationship building, negotiating, listening) to meet needs of
audience and/or situation
- Maintains professional composure in challenging situations
- Exercises discretion in identifying, handling, and safeguarding
confidential information
- Addresses issues constructively, building cooperative
relationships within and across departments
- Receptive to feedback and willing to try different approaches in order to achieve the best results
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
- Duties performed cause light fatigue of eyes, fingers, or other
faculties due to long periods of standing, sitting or repetitive motion
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Typical office environment, climate-controlled, minimal noise
- Performing primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion
and lifting up to 10 lbs.
- Extended work hours may be required to meet project deadlines or
resolve unexpected problems
- Some travel required
Excellent work-life balance with potential for hybrid work
Generous benefit offerings including:
- 9.5% employer contribution to 403(a) Retirement Plan
- 100% employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Medical and dental coverage with employer cost share
- Voluntary vision, Life/AD&D, and Long-term Care Insurance available through payroll deduction
- 12
paid holidays
- Generous
paid time off
- Technology
equipment reimbursement for applicable roles
- Tuition
reimbursement
- Commitment
to equity, diversity, inclusion and a welcoming environment
The American Mathematical Society (AMS), founded in 1888, is a non-profit membership organization that is dedicated to advancing research and connecting the diverse global mathematical community through our publications, meetings and conferences, MathSciNet, professional services, advocacy, and awareness programs. The AMS has 30,000 members worldwide and offices in Rhode Island, Michigan, and Washington, DC.
Tracy Simone
Talent Acquisition and Development Partner
American Mathematical Society