Director and Publisher – University of Hawai’i Press

The Director and Publisher of the University of Hawai’i Press is the senior executive at the Press that leads its publishing effort.  The Press supports the overall mission of the University by providing academic support through its publication of books, journals, and other materials that reflect the teaching and research strengths of the University.

The Director works with University faculty and administrators to further the Press’ role in expanding the University’s academic objectives and reputation. She/he manages the administrative and financial affairs of the Press and Lead fundraising efforts to secure external funding and philanthropic support,

As senior executive of the Press and an ex-officio member of the faculty editorial board, determine the editorial direction of UH Press. Working in collaboration with the editorial board, the executive editor, and the acquisitions team, support ongoing development of an intellectually vibrant and diverse community publishing program. Advance the publishing of works in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi.

Oversee publishing contracts, including co-publishing agreements with overseas publishers; oversee the licensing of subsidiary rights and electronic editions; review arrangements for reprint editions; establish and maintain effective publishing relationships with UH Press authors, co-publishers, distributors, and visiting scholars and researchers.

Advance the Press’ development of electronic publishing. Participate in forums that explore the potential for digital initiatives to enrich the scholarly publishing ecosphere, including advances in accessibility and similar equity-based models.

A complete job description is available at the UH Mānoa Executive Search site