Senior Director, ALA Publishing & Media
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Transformation
• Lead the implementation of ALA’s centralized publishing business model focusing on enterprise content strategy, integrated digital infrastructure, and shared administrative services.
• Develop, implement, and measure the department’s strategic plan to keep ALA products aligned with evolving content and delivery needs of the library industry.
• Design and implement shared capabilities that enable publishing units to operate more effectively as a connected team while preserving editorial independence and subject-matter expertise.
• Champion change management initiatives to strengthen cross-divisional collaboration.
• Lead 10 direct reports and a total team of approximately 30 through organizational transition, providing clarity around priorities and roles.
Publishing Operations & Product Development
• Based on active market research, oversee conception and development of new products and sunset existing products to meet the expressed needs of advertisers and customers.
• Oversee editorial quality and development of print and digital media and content for all unit publications, ensuring content meets the needs of core audiences consuming content in multiple formats.
• Maximize product, subscription, and advertising revenue by ensuring ALA publishing products remain relevant, timely, and keep pace with industry trends.
• Champion investment in integrated digital and data infrastructure, including shared content management systems, analytics dashboards, and audience insight capabilities.
Financial & Operational Management
• Develop and manage the Publishing & Media department’s annual budget of approximately $9M in revenue.
• Deliver realistic, accurate projections and estimates based on research and history while seeking cost efficiencies and controlling costs.
• Negotiate contracts and licensing terms with vendors, advertisers, and content providers.
• Provide regular financial reports to ALA management and member leader committees including the ALA Publishing Committee.
This is a regular full-time position based in our Chicago office.
ALA staff are currently working on a hybrid schedule. Please note that although we have a generous telecommuting policy for our employees, we do not have any truly remote positions in states outside of our workplace sites.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Starting salary range is negotiable from $150k based on relevant experience. ALA has an excellent benefits package that includes flexible work schedules, medical and dental coverage, generous paid vacation, retirement annuity, and a 35-hour work week. Employees may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
For Consideration:
Apply online with a cover letter and resume OR send materials to:
American Library Association Human Resources Department
Ref: Senior Director Publishing & Media
Email: [email protected]
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Strategic Leadership & Transformation
• Lead the implementation of ALA’s centralized publishing business model focusing on enterprise content strategy, integrated digital infrastructure, and shared administrative services.
• Develop, implement, and measure the department’s strategic plan to keep ALA products aligned with evolving content and delivery needs of the library industry.
• Design and implement shared capabilities that enable publishing units to operate more effectively as a connected team while preserving editorial independence and subject-matter expertise.
• Champion change management initiatives to strengthen cross-divisional collaboration.
• Lead 10 direct reports and a total team of approximately 30 through organizational transition, providing clarity around priorities and roles.
Publishing Operations & Product Development
• Based on active market research, oversee conception and development of new products and sunset existing products to meet the expressed needs of advertisers and customers.
• Oversee editorial quality and development of print and digital media and content for all unit publications, ensuring content meets the needs of core audiences consuming content in multiple formats.
• Maximize product, subscription, and advertising revenue by ensuring ALA publishing products remain relevant, timely, and keep pace with industry trends.
• Champion investment in integrated digital and data infrastructure, including shared content management systems, analytics dashboards, and audience insight capabilities.
Financial & Operational Management
• Develop and manage the Publishing & Media department’s annual budget of approximately $9M in revenue.
• Deliver realistic, accurate projections and estimates based on research and history while seeking cost efficiencies and controlling costs.
• Negotiate contracts and licensing terms with vendors, advertisers, and content providers.
• Provide regular financial reports to ALA management and member leader committees including the ALA Publishing Committee.
This is a regular full-time position based in our Chicago office.
ALA staff are currently working on a hybrid schedule. Please note that although we have a generous telecommuting policy for our employees, we do not have any truly remote positions in states outside of our workplace sites.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Starting salary range is negotiable from $150k based on relevant experience. ALA has an excellent benefits package that includes flexible work schedules, medical and dental coverage, generous paid vacation, retirement annuity, and a 35-hour work week. Employees may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
For Consideration:
Apply online with a cover letter and resume OR send materials to:
American Library Association Human Resources Department
Ref: Senior Director Publishing & Media
Email: [email protected]
Apply tot his job
Apply To this Job