Categories: Announcements
      Date: Sep  7, 2021
     Title: JPTOS Job Announcement: Executive Director

Job Announcement Title: Executive Director Reports to: Board of Governors Location: USPTO HQ, Satellite Office, or Remote By requirement of Article VII, Section 2(i) of the Society Constitution, Article III, Sections 4 and 5 of the By Laws and Article VII of the Standing Rules of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, a vacancy is being announced to all active members of the Society in the position of Executive Director of the Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society. Position Overview The Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society (JPTOS) seeks a passionate, driven, and energetic Executive Director to spearhead a member-driven publication venture that strives to inform and engage the intellectual property community- both domestic and internationally. JPTOS publishes quarterly and the Executive Director plays a critical role in the publication and dissemination of the Journal. The ideal candidate will be an active member of the Patent and Trademark Office Society (PTOS) and have two years of managerial experience. Education and/or experience related to publishing, business, and management is a plus. Responsibilities The Executive Director will be responsible for managing the Journal’s presence, operations, and advertisement. This includes promoting the Journal, advertising in relevant publications, as well as the expansion and maintenance of the customer base. The Executive Director will oversee Journal production and partner with the editorial staff to ensure that each issue is published on time. Further responsibilities include communicating with customers to resolve issues, maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, and drafting/presenting monthly reports to the Board of Governors of the PTOS. Compensation This is a paid position serving the Board of Governors of JPTOS for a four-year term, which commences on the date that the position is accepted. The Executive Director, while a member of the Board of Governors, will not have a vote on any measure affecting the Executive Director’s compensation. Selection Process Applicants will submit a resume and qualifications statement, after which an interview conducted by the Board of Governors may be required. The position will be filled via a majority vote of the Board of Governors with the advice and consent of the Board of Directors. Please submit your qualifications statement to Luther Behringer ( Luther.Behringer2@USPTO.gov ) by COB October 8, 2021 (5:00 PM EST). _______________________________________________ Event Feedback or General Feedback/Suggestions Membership questions? Contact membership@ptos.org You are receiving these e-mails because you are subscribed to a PTOS mailing list. FOR QUESTIONS OR CONTACT INFORMATION, USE THE LINK BELOW: https://www.ptos.org TO UNSUBSCRIBE PLEASE VISIT: https://www.ptos.org/regionalemaillists.html Patent & Trademark Office Society 107 S. West St., #809, Alexandria, VA 22314 THIS EMAIL IS MACHINE GENERATED - DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL Please see the bottom of this email for questions or contact information and unsubscribe information.