Handbook

Job Description for Editor of Young Adult Library Services

Term of office: 3 years

Sets the scope and tone of the journal both textually and pictorially.
Manages editorial office, writes editorials and coordinates the referee process
Aggressively encourages the submission of high-quality articles according to current activities and interests of the field and maintains and develops positive relationships with authors and potential authors
Edits copy (including rewriting, reorganizing and validating information and related operations)
Provides input to YALSA staff about plans for future issues, so they can arrange for covers
Provides input to the advertising sales representative about plans for future issues
Works with the advertising sales representative to maximize revenues from ads
Works with YALSA Staff and ALA Production Services to determine schedules for publication
Manages the work of column editors and reviewers
Works with YALSA staff to determine organization news to be included
Prepares copy for publication by planning the table of contents, writing introductory notes, identifying text to be highlighted, determines placement of photos and illustrations, etc.
Secures copyright as necessary for feature articles
Provides copy in both paper and electronic formats to the YALSA office and ALA Production Services for two issues a year
Reviews galleys and page proofs for both first and second passes
Answers questions and inquiries about the journal
Works with the Publications Committee and trains them to serve as referees
Communicates with ALA Production Services, YALSA staff, and the YALSA Board of Directors, as needed
Performs other duties as needed