[Michlib-l] Job Posting: Outreach Services and Publicity Coordinator Position - Eaton Rapids, MI

[Anna Curtis]

JOB POSTING

Outreach Services and Publicity Coordinator

The Eaton Rapids Public Library (ERPL) is seeking an energetic and motivated individual to provide top-notch programming and library services to youth of all ages.

Position: Outreach Services and Publicity Coordinator

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Library Director, typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

  *   Performing outreach to area schools, daycare providers and others to promote the Library
  *   Representing  the ERPL at community events by distributing information and speaking about the Library
  *   Submitting press releases on programs to local media outlets
  *   Maintaining and updating the Library's social media sites
  *   Creating promotional flyers
  *   Planning, organizing and executing library programs and activities designed for children ages birth through grade 12, including the Summer Reading Program
  *   Delivering reference, information and reader's advisory services for library patrons of all ages
  *   Assisting patrons in use of computers and other library technology
Qualifications:

  *   Requires a bachelor's degree
  *    Experience working with children and teens
  *   Excellent oral and written communication skills
  *   Strong commitment to public service excellence
  *   Self-motivated, creative, enthusiastic, flexible and dependable
  *   Proficient in using computers and the Internet
Hours: Part-time, 24-26 hours per week, including regularly scheduled evenings and weekends.

Salary/Benefits: Hourly wage starting at $15.50. Pro-rated paid time off and some paid holidays.

To Apply: Email cover letter, resume and writing sample (see below) to the Library Director, Anna Curtis, at acurtis at cityofeatonrapids.com<mailto:acurtis at cityofeatonrapids.com>. Applications received by 5:00pm Tuesday, May 31, 2016 will be given first consideration.

Writing Sample: In one paragraph, write a program description for a children's or teen program of your choice as it might appear on the Library's Facebook page or in the local paper.

The Eaton Rapids Public Library is an equal opportunity employer
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