Acquisitions Editor

Acquisitions Editor Publishing House of the Evangelical Lutheran Churc Minneapolis, MN Job Details $60,000 - $70,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Master's degree in humanities Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Master's degree in social science Humanities Mid-level Master's degree Social Sciences Social media platforms Proposal writing Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Metadata 2 years Communication skills Adobe Acrobat Negotiation Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Broadleaf Books is an imprint of Augsburg Fortress Publishers, and a home for timely and substantive books at the intersection between religion and culture. We are the publisher of award-winning nonfiction, including the Religion News Association's top two books of 2026. If you have a passion for books that foster a more open, just, and compassionate world, come join us! Augsburg Fortress Publishers (AFP) is a multimedia publishing ministry of the ELCA, composed of five imprints: Augsburg Fortress, Sparkhouse, Fortress Press, Beaming Books, and Broadleaf Books. We publish resources that support Christian worship, faith formation, spiritual growth, and academic study, and professional development. AFP strives to create an environment of inclusiveness, equity, and respect for all regardless of ability, age, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, nation of origin, race, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. Individuals who are committed to contributing meaningfully to diversity and inclusion in publishing are encouraged to apply. Position Overview The Acquisitions Editor for the Broadleaf Books editorial department is responsible for acquiring 12-15 adult trade nonfiction book manuscripts annually in areas that include but are not limited to spirituality, religion, politics, culture, and personal growth, intended for a broad, general-interest readership. Key Responsibilities Soliciting and evaluating proposals and manuscripts Preparing supportive materials and presenting new proposals to internal teams and approval committee Advising and guiding authors through substantive revisions Developing and maintaining a broad and diverse network among authors and agents in their publishing categories Staying abreast of publishing and market trends Meeting established financial thresholds to be a collaborative team member in driving growth for the imprint Preparing final manuscripts for production, drafting book metadata, and participating in staff meetings about list planning, production, and marketing Desired Education and Experience Bachelor's degree 2-3 years of experience in adult trade acquisitions Master's or other advanced degree in the humanities or social sciences preferred Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate and build positive, productive relationships with authors, agents, and internal staff Excellent editorial skills and judgement, and ability to identify books that will meet financial targets Demonstrated experience in spirituality and religious publishing, with strong awareness of trends in adult nonfiction trade publishing Ability to manage multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently while maintaining a steady pipeline of projects Ability to negotiate with authors, agents, and internal staff Excellent analytical, critical thinking, project management, and problem resolution skills Demonstrated track record of successful editorial acquisitions work Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat) Familiarity with basic financial statements and reporting Experience using social media for networking and marketing purposes Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, seeking continuous improvement Salary and Location The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 annually, depending on qualifications and internal equity. This position is open to remote employees residing outside of the Minneapolis, Minnesota area. For individuals located in the Twin Cities region, this can be a hybrid position with time spent working remotely and in our Minneapolis office. Augsburg Fortress Publishers offers a competitive salary and a full list of benefits, including health, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible savings account, retirement plan, supplemental life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance, and other voluntary plans. Company paid benefits provided are short-term and long-term disability, basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. Time off plans include vacation, sick, volunteer, bereavement, and paid parenting leave. Also included is a pre-tax transportation program and no-cost gym access nearby. You will join a collaborative and creative hybrid work environment, with a talented group of 80 individuals who have a passion for their work. The corporate headquarters is located in the North Loop, Minneapolis with access to Light Rail and Metro Transit bus lines.