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The Association of University Presses

Publicity Assistant

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A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.

$53,398 / year median in Massachusetts

-5% projected decline

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Job Description

Job Description:
The Publicity Assistant supports the publicity efforts of the Press by participating in the planning and execution of seasonal and title-specific publicity plans. They are responsible for the nomination and submission process for the awards program, in collaboration with the Acquisitions department. They also coordinate the purchase of services and payment of invoices for the department.
Basic Qualifications:
Three or more years of related experience; education beyond high school may count toward experience. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Additional Qualifications and Skills:
College degree strongly preferred. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills required. Ability to work quickly and accurately on detailed projects in a fast-paced setting with a concern for meeting deadlines. To see the full detail on this position, including responsibilities and salary grade, please click on "Apply for job."