Good afternoon -
Mount Vernon, George Washington's Estate has an upcoming position: Project Coordinator/Editor, George Washington Encyclopedia. Please find information detailing the requirements below.
Regards,
Leah Noce
Human Resources - Special Projects
703.799.5081
George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Museum and Gardens
Position: Project Coordinator/Editor, George Washington Encyclopedia
Department: Library, George Washington's Estate, Museum & Gardens
Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, the home of George Washington seeks a Project Coordinator/Editor for the George Washington Encyclopedia Project. This is a full-time, exempt-status position for a term of two years. Operating under the general supervision of the Head Librarian, the Project Coordinator/ Editor will have responsibility for developing and posting content to The George Washington Encyclopedia, an electronic publication in Wiki format. The George Washington Encyclopedia is a "next generation" online encyclopedia, which integrates text, images, curricula materials, and web links and serves as a first point of reference for persons seeking authoritative and accurate information about George Washington and Mount Vernon.
Successful candidates will have:
* Advanced Degree in American History or related field
* Computer skills and knowledge of the Internet
* Experience in writing and editing for general audiences and for the web
Preference will be given to candidates who also have:
* Experience working with multi-author publishing projects
* Experience in developing web-based (electronic) publications
* Able to deal with deadlines and pressures associated with publication
* Commitment to precision, accuracy, and detail
Please forward a resume, cover letter and writing sample by February 11, 2011 via email to: [log in to unmask], by fax to 703.780.8320 or by US Mail to POB 110, Mount Vernon, VA 22121.
Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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