Summit’s mission is to equip and support rising generations to embrace God’s truth and champion a biblical worldview.
Every position with Summit Ministries is essential to the ministry and its fulfillment of our mission. Therefore, every employee of Summit must be a Christ follower who (1) has accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, (2) wholeheartedly agrees with Summit Ministries’ statements of faith and convictions, and (3) is actively growing in understanding and articulating the principles in these statements. Every employee must be able and willing to share the Gospel and Biblical worldview and to lead and/or participate in devotions, exhortation, and prayer.Publishing Coordinator
REPORTS TO: Director of Publishing and Content
CLASSIFICATION: FT/Non-Exempt
PAY RATE: $19–$28 per hour DOE
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Publishing Coordinator is a dynamic and organized individual responsible for providing essential operational support to the entire Publishing and Content team. This role will help facilitate various projects, keep critical administrative tasks on track, coordinate with other teams, and ensure processes, data, and schedules flow efficiently.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Coordination
- Facilitate a master project calendar for the Publishing and Content group, ensuring that milestones and deadlines are met.
- Support the coordination and management of publishing projects, including editing, proofreading, and preparing materials for final production, ensuring adherence to timelines.
- Promote regular communication on project updates, delays, and progress to internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to developing and implementing best practices for project and process management within the publishing group.
- Help ensure that team workflows are streamlined and that procedures are followed effectively.
Administrative
- Provide operational and administrative support for publishing, content, curriculum, and distribution functions.
- Efficiently manage various administrative tasks, including maintaining detailed documentation, organizing, and ensuring up-to-date project and product data for easy team and stakeholder access.
- Assist the Director of Publishing and Content identifying needs, implementing and streamlining processes to improve team efficiency.
- Collaborate with various internal departments and external partners, ensuring seamless communication and consistent progress towards Summit’s publishing goals.
- Assist in gathering data for reports on project performance, including budget tracking and resource allocation.
- Aid in preparing documentation and presentation materials for meetings and team updates.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A Bachelorʼs degree in communications, business, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- At least 2 years of administrative or project management experience, ideally within a faith-based
environment. - Familiarity with the Christian publishing industry is helpful.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Holds a strong faith in Jesus Christ, grounded in the Holy Scriptures, and demonstrates integrity.
- Understands, embraces, and can clearly articulate a biblical worldview.
- Committed to Summitʼs mission, vision, and values.
- Agrees with Summitʼs statement of faith and convictions.
- Adapts to Summitʼs culture.
- Exceptional organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects with precision, care, and timeliness.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a keen eye for detail.
- Able to stay calm and focused under pressure, handling challenges with grace and composure.
- Highly adaptable, flexible, and punctual, thriving in a collaborative environment.
- Proficient in project management tools and software, including Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and relevant publishing platforms.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Primarily in an office environment. May be expected to travel on a limited basis. May be able to perform duties remotely while working in regular communication and collaboration with the team.