[Michlib-l] Job Posting - Community Relations Specialist

[Christine Hage]

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JOB POSTING

Community Relations Specialist

Rochester Hills (MI) Public Library





*Position:        *Community Relations Specialist position, 37.5 hours a
week



*Salary:                       *$30,672 $41,976 annually



*Benefits:        *Health and dental insurance, 10 sick days, 18 days
annual vacation, standard holidays, pension after first six months,
disability insurance



*Dates:                        *Send resume by:                November 30,
2015

                        Interviews anticipated:     December 3, 2015

                        Decision anticipated by: December 12, 2015

                        Starting date:                                  ASAP



Apply at: http://www.rhpl.org/jobs   Make sure to fill out the online
applications, attach a cover letter and resume.



This person reports to the library director and plans, coordinates and
implements programs, special events, publications, media relations and
meeting room bookings for the library.



*Required skills, education and training: *

   - Artistic and creative ability to facilitate the design of printed
   pieces, displays and other presentations
   - Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
   - Knowledge, skill and ability in the area of desktop publishing
   (InDesign, PhotoShop, Adobe Reader, PowerPoint, Microsoft Expression,
   Joomla)
   - Ability to express self clearly and concisely in both in oral and
   written form
   - Must be a self-starter, able to manage multiple projects effectively
   and to meet deadlines
   - Desire to meet and serve the public





*Desired skills, education and training:*

   - Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts, journalism, communications or
   related field, as well as experience with desktop publishing



*Essential Functions of the job:*

This person will be able to share and perform the following essential job
duties with or without a reasonable accommodation:



·         Plans and implements a proactive media relations program

·         Writes and designs a newsletter which is mailed to the entire
library service area four times per year

·         Writes news releases for all programs and events, special
announcements, changes in service, and promotes community awareness of
library’s resources, services and programs

·         Creates flyers and posters for library and Friends of RHPL
activities

·         Designs the library’s annual report

·         Selects printers based on competitive bids

·         Tracks program attendance statistics

·         Monitors media coverage of library programs

·         Contacts local businesses for donations to support programs as
necessary

·         Writes grant proposals for programs and exhibits

·         Plans and coordinates library programs for adults

·         Assists youth services librarians in program planning

·         Handles meeting room bookings

·         Creates exciting and innovative programming consistent with the
mission of the library

·         Cultivates partnerships for joint community projects

·         Assists library–related organizations in the coordination of
special events, activities and programs

·         Updates online calendar, events web page, and plasma TV in the
library lobby



*Critical Mental Requirements*

Continuously:

·         Supervises arrangements and assists with organization of
receptions, public meetings, and fund-raisers for the library and Friends’
organization

Frequently:

·         Able to work independently and assume responsibility.

·         Able to work effectively with associates supervisors and
customers.

·         Able to be flexible, work under short time constraints, and meet
deadlines

·         Able to make administrative decisions, interpret policies.

·         Able to interact with co-workers and supervisors.

·         Able to interact with the public.



The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and
requirements for this position.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive
statement of all duties, responsibilities and requirements.


Christine Lind Hage
2016 Candidate for President-Elect of ALA
Director, Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Road
Rochester, MI 48307-2043
248/650-7122

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