Communications and Marketing Specialist

Company Overview

Cooper-Siegel Community Library, along with its branch, the Sharpsburg Community Library, is dedicated to serving the residents of Aspinwall, Blawnox, Fox Chapel, Indiana Township, O'Hara Township, and Sharpsburg. Our mission is to foster a community of lifelong learners by providing a rich collection of resources and engaging programs that cater to the diverse educational and recreational needs of our patrons.

Summary

We are seeking a Communications and Marketing Specialist to join our team at Cooper-Siegel Community Library. This role is essential in promoting our library services and programs through effective communication strategies. The ideal candidate will help enhance our community outreach efforts and ensure that our message resonates with our diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Create, document, and update an organizational strategic communications plan
• Create and maintain a communications calendar for all communications, including social media and newsletter publications
• Manage routine updates to the library’s website and the creation of new pages
• Oversee publicity for all library programs, events and closings
• Work with program and development staff to ensure on-time delivery of content for the library’s weekly and monthly e-newsletters, monthly print calendar and online program calendar
• Create and submit library-related content for local publications
• Assist with the design and content for the library’s annual impact report
• Take photos of library-related programs, services and events for use in multiple communications
• Regularly update internal electronic and print signage and flyers Graphic Design
• Consistently create compelling graphics for the library’s communications needs including graphics for print, social media, website and multimedia content
• Manage the graphic design process from inception to final delivery of assets to printers and external production teams when needed Social Media
• Manage, monitor, and maintain the library’s presence across a variety of social media pages (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube)
• Create, curate, and develop content for the library’s social media pages
• Partner with the Development Manager on execution of social media posts pertaining to fundraising campaigns and events
• Use data-driven insights to propose new content and strategies to boost the library’s followers and social media engagement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design or related field
• Minimum one year’s work experience related directly to working in a communications role within a nonprofit organization
• Demonstrated graphic design skills and a minimum of intermediate proficiency with Canva and Constant Contact
• Direct experience managing digital channels and digital communications, especially creating content for and managing social media accounts
• Experience building and managing websites using Wordpress
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with SEO/SEM strategies and social media monitoring tools
• Expert social media skills

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.29 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• marketing: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15238 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Salary : $20