Responsibilities

• Write and edit content for library newsletters and promotional materials
• Collaborate with library staff to gather stories, highlights, statistics, and accomplishments for use in newsletters, the annual report, and social media posts
• Coordinate the development and production of the library’s annual report
• Assist with marketing and promotion of library events, programs, exhibits, and initiatives
• Participate in the development of digital communication and brand strategy for a program, department, or unit
• Assist with event planning as needed to support marketing objectives
• Recommend integrated communications and/or marketing plans to meet objectives
• Assist in building and/or maintaining a digital community through social media channels, blogs, and the web
• Assist with photography, graphics, and digital content as needed
• Provide customer service to constituents across digital channels

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1 or more years of experience in a communications position writing newsletters, social media, or marketing campaigns
• In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education above and beyond what is required may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Mailchimp, or similar communication tools
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Organizational and creative skills
• Experience with editing and proofreading
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English, public relations, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in a communications position
• Interest in libraries, higher education, or nonprofit communications preferred
• Collaborative and adaptable team member
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
• Enthusiasm for promoting the mission and impact of libraries