The Mahwah Public Library seeks an all-star Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator to join our collaborative, customer-focused team!
The Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator works closely with the senior management team on a wide range of marketing initiatives to meet the Library’s outreach, communications, and promotional goals. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic marketing professional who understands the mission of a public library and demonstrates passion for the Library’s vision build community and enrich lives.
The Public Relations and Marketing Coordinator works collaboratively with administration and staff in the creation of marketing and publicity that communicate the value of the Library, engage area residents, and promotes use of our collections, programs and services. Primary responsibilities include creation of the Library’s social media campaigns, newsletters, flyers, physical and digital signage, visual branding, etc. The Marking Coordinator provides staff with support for visual merchandising within the Library, works on special marketing projects, and other work as assigned.
The successful candidate must have excellent graphic design and communication skills. The ability to both work independently and interact effectively with staff in a professional and positive manner is expected. Prior experience with marketing, publicity and/or public relations is strongly preferred. Experience required with relevant software in a Windows environment, focusing on software of use in the creation of marketing and publicity materials (knowledge of Microsoft Office required; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite strongly preferred). Knowledge of social media marketing best practices highly desirable. Experience in a public library or related non-profit is preferred.
This is a part-time position (anticipated 20 hrs./wk. to start), with paid time off and a competitive hiring range of $20 – 24/hr., commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to Kurt Hadeler, Director, via email at khadeler [at] mahwahlibrary.org. Preference will be given to applications received by Friday, February 4.
Interested individuals should be aware that the New Jersey First Act requires employees of all public employers to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law.