Top 187 Books Jobs in West Paterson, Nj

Editor (Fiction & Non-Fiction)
Skyhorse Publishing —New York, NY
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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3d
Library, Evening and Weekend Supervisor
William Paterson University —Wayne, NJ
- $66,067.40 - $75,985.55 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- University
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Library Assistant
Collegiate School —New York, NY
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
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Supervisor, Customer Service
Barnes & Noble, Inc. —Clifton, NJ
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
14d
Reading Room Assistant
The Morgan Library & Museum —New York, NY
- $56,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Reference Librarian
BERGEN COMM COLLEGE —Paramus, NJ
- Up to $28.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Employee assistance program
- 403(b)
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Librarian Medical
St. Joseph's Health —Paterson, NJ
- $30.88 - $47.86 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
Access Services Librarian
William Paterson University —Wayne, NJ
- $69,373.45 - $79,781.83 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Bookstore Associate
Hudson by Avolta —Newark, NJ
- $21.25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Merchandising
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Part-Time Adult Programming & Community Engagement Coordinator
West Caldwell Public Library —West Caldwell, NJ
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Marketing
- Customer service
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Library Assistant - Part Time (West Bergen)
Jersey City Free Public Library —Jersey City, NJ
- $21.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Coordinator, Proposals & Marketing
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. —Florham Park, NJ
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Office
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Administrative Assistant
The Morgan Library & Museum —New York, NY
- $52,000 - $54,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
Bookseller
Corrections Bookstore Publishing LLC —Englewood Cliffs, NJ
- $23 - $27 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Merchandising
- Maintenance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Part-Time Library Assistant - Communipaw
Jersey City Free Public Library —Jersey City, NJ
- $21.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid sick time
5d
Editorial Assistant (NYC Hybrid) – Children’s Books
HarperCollins Publishers —New York, NY
- $52,500 a year
- Email
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Children
- Health insurance
9d
New Jersey - Supervisor (Part-time)
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. —Caldwell, NJ
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Merchandising
- Sanitation
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Commuter assistance
Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant
Whitney Museum of American Art —New York, NY
- $32 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Campus Retail Associate (Temp) July to September - Kean University
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. —Union, NJ
- $16 an hour
- Temporary
- Basic math
- Sanitation
- University
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Commuter assistance
Collection Development and Electronic Resources Librarian
William Paterson University —Wayne, NJ
- $69,373.45 - $79,781.83 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Editor (Fiction & Non-Fiction)

Skyhorse Publishing -
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $80,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Teamwork
Attention to detail
Industry trends
Stylistic editing
Contracts
Communications
Managing projects
Marketing

Full Job Description

Position Title: Editor (Fiction & Non-Fiction)

Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

Working Model:100% In-Office (5 days/week)

Employment Type: Full-Time (Mid-Level: 2–5 Years Experience)

About Skyhorse Publishing

Skyhorse Publishing, Inc. is a leading independent book publisher based in Manhattan. We publish a wide, eclectic range of titles across numerous genres and imprints—including literary and commercial fiction, history, politics, memoir, sports, humor, true crime, and lifestyle. We pride ourselves on agility, entrepreneurship, and giving voice to compelling stories and diverse perspectives.

Role Overview

Skyhorse Publishing is seeking a passionate, versatile, and proactive Editor to join our team in Midtown Manhattan. The ideal candidate possesses 2 to 5 years of editorial experience within trade book publishing and is equally adept at acquiring and evaluating both fiction and non-fiction titles.

This role requires a keen eye for storytelling, strong structural and line-editing skills, a solid understanding of book market trends, and effective project management abilities. This is a full-time, 5-day in-office position located at our Midtown office.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisitions & Curation

Actively scout, evaluate, and acquire 12–20+ titles per year across both fiction and non-fiction categories
Review manuscript submissions, proposals, and query letters from literary agents, authors, and packagers
Prepare acquisition P&L statements, present prospective titles at weekly editorial board meetings, and negotiate contract terms under executive guidance
Build and maintain strong working relationships with literary agents, authors, subject matter experts, and industry contacts

Editing & Editorial Development

Perform detailed structural, developmental, and line editing on assigned fiction and non-fiction manuscripts
Collaborate closely with authors to refine manuscript organization, pacing, narrative tone, clarity, and market appeal while respecting the author's voice
Write compelling copy for book jackets, catalog descriptions, sales sheets, and press materials

Project & Pipeline Management

Oversee the end-to-end editorial workflow for acquired titles, managing schedules from raw manuscript to bound book
Coordinate with copyeditors, proofreaders, indexers, and production managers to ensure high quality and adhere to publication deadlines
Collaborate with cover designers and art directors to establish cover concepts and visual positioning for each title

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Marketing and Publicity teams to identify target audiences, angle pitches, and support promotional strategies for lead titles
Provide sales teams with key metadata, pitch points, and competitive title comparisons for seasonal presentations

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: 2 to 5 years of editorial experience in trade book publishing, literary agenting, or a closely related editorial environment
Genre Versatility: Proven comfort and enthusiasm for editing both fiction (literary, commercial, mystery, sci-fi/fantasy, etc.) and non-fiction (memoir, history, current events, pop culture, self-help, etc.)
On-Site Presence: Ability to work in-office 5 days a week in Midtown Manhattan (Koreatown area)
Editorial Skills: Exceptional developmental editing, line-editing, and copy-writing skills with meticulous attention to detail
Industry Knowledge: Solid grasp of current publishing trends, agent networks, and consumer reading habits
Project Management: Outstanding organizational skills; ability to prioritize multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Comparative Literature, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Compensation & Salary Range

NYC Pay Transparency Salary Range: $70,000-80,000 per year, depending on exact experience, editorial track record, and skill set
Full benefits package including health/dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement benefits

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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books jobs in west paterson, nj

Editor (Fiction & Non-Fiction)

Library, Evening and Weekend Supervisor

Library Assistant

Supervisor, Customer Service

Reading Room Assistant

Reference Librarian

Librarian Medical

Access Services Librarian

Bookstore Associate

Part-Time Adult Programming & Community Engagement Coordinator

Library Assistant - Part Time (West Bergen)

Coordinator, Proposals & Marketing

Administrative Assistant

Bookseller

Part-Time Library Assistant - Communipaw

Editorial Assistant (NYC Hybrid) – Children’s Books

New Jersey - Supervisor (Part-time)

Research Resources: Library and Archives Assistant

Campus Retail Associate (Temp) July to September - Kean University

Collection Development and Electronic Resources Librarian

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