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Position Title:	Managing Editor
Institution:	The Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History
Responsibilities:	The Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History is seeking a Managing Editor for the William Steinway Diary Project. Working with two co-editors, the Managing Editor will coordinate and manage all aspects of preparation for scholarly online publication. The incumbent will coordinate over twenty volunteer researchers; write and edit diary annotations; develop and monitor project budget and timelines; and supervise a project assistant.
Criteria:	Mandatory criteria: • knowledge of documentary editing standards and practices for scholarly publication • skill in collaborating with a variety of constituencies Desirable criteria: • experience with Microsoft Word, HTML and online publishing • attention to detail • knowledge of administrative processes, including budget and project management
Salary, Rank & Benefits:	This is a 3-year, non-federal position with possible extension. The starting salary is $55,706 with potential to $66,767. The benefits package is excellent.
Deadline:	April 13, 2007
Application:	Please send your resume and a separate document specifically describing how you meet the criteria above to limehousem@si.edu no later than April 13, 2007. Questions may be addressed to Maggie Limehouse, Personnel Manager, at the email or at 202-633-3554. The Smithsonian Institution is an EEO employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.