Under the management of the Engagement & Design Department Head, the Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and creating internal and external communication content for use on the web, media releases, marketing collateral, newsletters, presentations, advertising and marketing campaigns. The Communications Specialist works closely with freelancers as needed and consults with community partners. The nature of the work requires daytime, evening and weekend hours. Regular part-time employees are non-exempt from overtime under FLSA guidelines.

SCHEDULED HOURS AND COMPENSATION

Twenty-eight (28) hours per week

Negotiable schedule, some remote work possible

$22.62-$27.69 per hour
Paid vacation accrual with one week of vacation available upon hire
Annual sick leave allowance
Paid holidays: nine official holidays, plus three discretionary holidays and your birthday
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Stellar Staff Award program, Longevity Awards and an active Social Committee

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Only complete application packets (that include a current CPL application form, resume and cover letter) received or postmarked by 6:00 PM on Sunday, September 27, 2026, will be considered. Incomplete application packets will not be reviewed.

Submit complete application packets to:

Marian Nicholson – Business Services

Canton Public Library

1200 S. Canton Center Road

Canton, MI 48188

jobs@cantonpl.org

For more information, please see the attached job description or visit the CPL Jobs and Volunteering page.

Thank you,

Sean Bewick

HR Specialist

bewicks@cantonpl.org

Canton Public Library

1200 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188

734-394-1068