Job in NYC: Web Editor for _School Library Journal_

[Minkel, Walter]

Folks-- Hi. We have an opening at _School Library Journal_'s offices in NYC
(cool location, great people) for an editor for SLJ's Web site at
<www.slj.com>. You must live in the New York City area or be willing to
relocate:

Editor, SLJ Online (Full-time)

Ideal candidate: a librarian (master's degree in library science) with
experience in customizing material for the Web. Two or more years'
experience working in school or public libraries with children. Highly
desirable: Experience in editing for the Web or print publications.

Reports to:
Editor in Chief

Basic functions:
1.    Develop new content for site, with input from staff
2.    Create and coordinate volunteer committees of Web-savvy librarians to
compile content
3.    Work with art director (or outside design consultant) to present
information effectively
4.    Use online channels to promote site
5.    Develop contacts with contributors/authorities in the field to be
aware of how they use Web-based information 
6.    Demo site at conferences, as needed
7.	Work with editors to choose material from print magazine to post on
site
8.     Edit material, including writing headlines and other display copy
9.	Supervise schedule of content updates, performed by freelance HTML
coder
10.   Monitor traffic statistics and report results to Editor in Chief

Supervisory responsibilities:
Direct supervision of freelance HTML coder; coordinate activities of
volunteer librarians

Significant decision-making areas:
1.	Largely responsible for direction and features of SLJ Online
2.     Responsible for meeting frequent deadlines

technical knowledge:
1.	Familiarity with current and emerging Web-based technologies and
languages, such as HTML, XML, Javascript, and Active Server 
2.     Knowledge of Web-based search capabilities
3.     Understanding of how database software functions
4.     Microsoft Word for Windows, Microsoft Outlook
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If the above job is of interest to you, please reply with information about
your background and tell us what you think the SLJ Online site needs most to
serve the community of librarians working with youth. Also send me any
questions you may have about the job. Thanks!

Walter Minkel
wminkel at cahners.com
Technology Editor
_School Library Journal_