Associate Director, Publishing Services, PKP

Simon Fraser University•Vancouver, BC

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of PKP's strategic leadership team, the Associate Director shapes the long-term direction and sustainability of, and provides operational direction for, PKP’s Publishing Services (PKP|PS) activities, leading a team of professional and support staff. The ideal candidate combines a solid understanding of scholarly publishing with business savvy and a deep commitment to nurturing client relationships, all while being meticulous on details and follow through.

Requirements

Master's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
Five years of progressive experience in areas such as client service innovation, business management or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Excellent people management skills, encompassing leadership, supervision, mentorship and delegation.
Excellent strategic planning, decision-making, and change management skills.
Excellent budgeting and financial administration skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral, written, presentation), and relationship management skills.
Excellent knowledge of scholarly publishing, research and academic environments.
Good knowledge of scholarly publishing tools, techniques, and technologies.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, exercise initiative, diplomacy, and discretionary judgment.

Responsibilities

Shapes the long-term direction and sustainability of PKP’s Publishing Services (PKP|PS) activities.
Provides operational direction for PKP’s Publishing Services (PKP|PS) activities.
Leads a team of professional and support staff.