*Willard Public Library* *Job Posting* *CLASSIFICATION:* Librarian (F.T.) *POSITION TITLE:* Public Relations Librarian *MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:* Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, performs professional library work. *ILLUSTRATION OF KEY DUTIES:* 1. Works public service desks and assists patrons in the use of the library collections and equipment. 2. Coordinates, promotes, and participates in library programs and projects. 3. Coordinates all publicity including advertising, public reports, and events calendar. 4. Writes press releases and copy for public relations materials for library programs and promotion. 5. Acts as a liaison to community groups and organizations. 6. Evaluates the effectiveness of library programs. 7. Demonstrates appropriate professional business decorum. 8. Performs other related work as assigned. *SALARY: * Commensurate with experience. *EXPERIENCE: *Course work or professional experience in marketing, public relations, or journalism preferred. *EDUCATION:* 1. Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university. 2. Eligibility for appropriate Library of Michigan certification. *START DATE:* February 15, 2015 *APPLICATION DATES:* January 9, 2015 – January 17, 2015 *SUBMIT COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND A 3-5 PAGE WRITING SAMPLE TO:* Leah Dodd, Director Willard Library 7 West Van Buren Street Battle Creek, MI 49017 ldodd@willard.lib.mi.us *EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER* -- Leah Dodd | Director | Willard Library 7 W. Van Buren St. | Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 269-968-8166 ext. 526