Full-Time Community Relations/Volunteer Coordinator

 

The Clarkston Independence District Library seeks a creative, enthusiastic individual to join a positive, team-oriented work environment to help us connect with the community and attract volunteers. 

 

Salary:                  $38,000-55,000 depending on qualifications and experience

Hours:                  40 per week, including some evenings and weekends

Benefits:             Health, dental, and optical insurance; Disability and life insurance; Vacation, sick and

personal days; Retirement plan

 

Primary job duties:

·         Ensure that library is always visible in the community

·         Coordinate with staff to promote programs and events

·         Collaborate with the Business and Marketing Librarian to develop and implement the library’s marketing plan

·         Create and foster collaborations with library partners

·         Ensure consistency with library brand and graphic standards

·         Create and distribute promotional materials about library programs and events

·         Work with vendors to establish quotes and production of print materials

·         Monitor project expenses and process invoices with accounts payable

·         Represent the library at community meetings and events

·         Collaborate with the Friends of the Library to streamline the recruitment and placement of volunteers

·         Utilize the Library’s collaborative relationships and partnerships to assist in recruiting and placing volunteers

·         Assist with implementing the library’s strategic plan

Qualifications:

        Bachelor’s degree, an emphasis in marketing and public relations preferred

        Experience working in public relations and /or marketing

        Strong positive interpersonal, organizational and time management skills

        Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

        Attention to details

        Familiarity with a variety of design technologies and software

        Familiarity with web page design and maintenance

        Ability to work with social media

        Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

        Knowledge of library practices and operations

 

Reports to:         Library Director

 

Please email cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:

Julie Meredith, Library Director

juliem@cidlibrary.org

Deadline: Friday, February 15, 2019 at 6:00pm