Community Outreach Coordinator - Library of the Chathams

Overview:  Initially reports to the Library Director.  Works with all staff, Foundation Board
members, and Friends Board members as needed to coordinate among these multiple
Chatham library organizations on publicity and selected programming work as
directed.

Duties,
Functions, Responsibilities

Duties may include but are not limited to:

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Assist Director in determining effective outreach
functions and support materials.

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Coordinate the dissemination of program and
service information through press releases, brochures, social media posts, other
outreach materials or venues as directed.

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Strategize with Chatham Library Foundation and
Friends of the Library of the Chathams regarding a coordinated outreach effort.

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Plan and disseminate advocacy, post-event and
non-event outreach.

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Weekly eNewsletters customization and
dissemination.

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Social media planning and execution.

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Website editing and development as directed.

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Act
as liaison to selected community groups.

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In conjunction with the Assistant Director and Department
Heads, research, schedule, plan, organize, and develop program ideas, develop
materials, coordinate program logistics as appropriate, and present
instructional programs. 

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Participate
in the strategic planning process and plan execution.  Include testing new outreach mechanisms and
technologies.

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Develop
the formal marketing plan for library, foundation and Friends consideration.  Implement final plan.

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Edit and proofread publicity materials.

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May participate in print newsletter development.

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Plan and execute events.

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Projects
as assigned by Director.

·      
Position description may be changed at any time
as management needs require.

Knowledge,
Skills, Abilities

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Background
in fundraising, public relations or marketing.

·      
Track
record of excellent written and verbal communications, interpersonal and
organizational skills.

·      
Creative
and technical writing skills, extensive proofreading and editing experience.

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Ability
to organize and prioritize among multiple simultaneous projects.

·      
Strong
analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

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Flexible schedule to accommodate outreach needs.

Working Conditions

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Work involves both indoor and outdoor tasks and
occasional exposure to cleaning supplies, dust, and variable weather.

·                
Local travel required.

·                
Requires standing, bending, and lifting up to 50
pounds.

·                
A 40-hour work week with variable hours that
include evenings and weekends.

Compensation and Benefits

·      
Salary: $70,000 - $75,000

·      
The position comes with participation in the New
Jersey State Health Benefits program, enrollment in PERS state pension, paid
vacation, sick and personal days, and holidays.

To Apply: 
Please email your resume to Director Karen Brodsky at jobs@chathamlibrary.org  Your application will be considered
confidential.

The Library of
the Chathams is a joint municipal library that connects the 20,000+ residents
of Chatham Borough and Chatham Township with educational resources, as well as
opportunities to enrich their lives with cultural and social experiences. 
The library is a member of the Main Library Alliance, which includes over 50
public libraries.  Library of the Chatham is supported by a dynamic and
dedicated staff of 40+ hardworking individuals, a generous Friends group, an
active roster of volunteers, and a newly formed Foundation.  As an equal
opportunity employer, our employment practices are in accordance with the laws
that prohibit discrimination due to race, sex, sexual orientation, age,
disability, or national origin.

Application link or email address: jobs@chathamlibrary.org

Salary range or hourly wage: $70,000 - $75,000

MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.

Job focus: Public Relations/Marketing

Work schedule: Full-Time