Publicity-Promotion Associate - Southern Illinois University : Job Details

Salary : $30,960.00 - $44,568.00 AnnuallyLocation : On CampusJob Type: Civil ServiceJob Number: 202500372Department: University Press-SIUCOpening Date: 08/01/2025Closing Date: 8/15/2025 11:59 PM CentralFLSA:: VariableSecurity/Safety Sensitive:: NAFTE: 1.0 Description The targeted salary range for this position is $2580-$3714 per month. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.The Publicity-Promotion Associate will help develop a publicity and marketing plan for each new book and season; produce and distribute promotional and sales materials; manage participation in conferences/exhibits as well as regional and on-campus events; oversee the book awards program and database; coordinate course adoption promotions; develop review lists and carry out physical and digital mailings; act as a liaison to authors by providing information and assisting with promotional events; maintain social media and website content; solicit and edit endorsements for books; write and submit press releases; design and submit ads; enter metadata; other duties as assigned, which fall within the scope of the classification. Examples of Duties* Assist in creating marketing and publicity plans for each book as well as monthly, seasonal, yearly plans for events, course adoption, advertising, special sales, etc.* Attend conferences and events as needed to represent the Press, sell books, and network with current and potential authors; assist with conference and event planning; coordinate conference registrations and payments; oversee packing and shipping of materials* Create content, maintain calendar, schedule and facilitate postings, etc, for social media, SIU Press website, Edelweiss, etc.* Create and share promotional materials such as catalogs, press releases, DRCs, flyers, sell sheets, videos, newsletters, etc.* Coordinate ad creation, buys, and submission* Update and maintain various physical and electronic mailing lists (subject specific lists, media lists, etc.); oversee efforts to grow all mailing lists; create and carry out review list mailings for individual titles and log reviews; coordinate news release mailings; coordinate other mailings as needed* Design and maintain Press book displays on and off campus* Send marketing materials and author packets to authors and correspond with them as necessary; coordinate with authors and media on publicity and interview requests; assist authors with events, marketing, sales, etc.* Enter marketing and sales metadata in database; update backlist metadata and prices as needed* Oversee book awards program and database* Solicit and edit endorsements for books* Collaborate with Library Affairs Graphic Designer Associate on signage for book displays and other promotional graphics* Oversee marketing graduate assistant and interns* Gather data and create reports to assess the performance of individual books, projects, authors, editors, seasonal lists, subject areas, series, etc.* Research and implement AI tools for marketing and metadata usage* Assist with Blanket Fort Radio Theater and Inside the Blanket Fort as necessary* Stay up to date with best practices in marketing, metadata, publicity, etc., as relate to scholarly and trade publishing; take advantage of available professional development opportunities* Other related duties as assigned, which fall within the scope of the classification. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public relations, advertising, communications, marketing, humanities, or a related field.

One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in communications, promotions, public relations, advertising, marketing, publishing, or event planning.

Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.

Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.Supplemental Information Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment.2. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full-time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience.3. Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application.4. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves).5. After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position. Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing.6. Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from [email protected]. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at About Civil Service Examination/Testing: The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available. For more information visit Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an R1 Opportunity University with a statewide economic impact of $2.7 billion dollars. We offer 200+ undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master's degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities. The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. Cost of living is considerably lower in the region than similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties.The Southern Illinois region is distinct from the rest of the state, boasting considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation. The wineries extend the cultural reach of the community, hosting live music and continual art exhibits. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. Students enjoy outdoor study areas as well as specialized computer labs scattered across campus, including in the three million volume Morris Library. To learn about employee benefits and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit: SIU Carbondale is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status.University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include: Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.Other benefits available to eligible employees include: Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program. For more information please visit: