Do you enjoy creating digital content for websites, social media and newsletters? Do you have a knack learning new technology and sharing it with others? Do you have ideas on how to increase community engagement at the library? Are you skilled in creating eye-catching flyers and posts using software programs? We are looking for a person to join our staff that is excited about providing excellent service to our patrons and providing digital content for our library. Your responsibilities will include:
Monitor and maintain the Library's website and social media outlets for currency, functionality, consistency, and presentation; create online forms and documents as necessary.
Offer patrons basic help with library related technology devices, software and apps.
Schedule adult educational and entertaining programs and events that meet the needs and vision of the library.
Create signs, posters, flyers, and other promotional materials for all library programming and events.
Assist patrons as needed at the desk and throughout the library.
Minimum requirements:
Associate or Bachelor degree preferred; substantial relevant experience will be considered in lieu of the college degree. Sufficient experience and understanding of basic library and marketing principles relevant to the major duties of the job. Familiarity with multiple software applications (such as Canva, MailChimp, Microsoft products, Adobe products) and mobile devices (smartphones, e-readers, tablets) is essential.
Benefits:
This position is 34 hours per week (hourly wages with single person health benefits), work location is at the library. Earned time based on hours worked.
Hiring Wage Range:
This position is Grade 6 on the Town of Barrington Wage/Grade Scale. Hourly rate will be $19.26 per hour.
This is an in-person position with duties at the circulation desk and throughout the library expected.
Please send a cover letter and resume, along with three professional references to Liz Bolton, at director@barringtonlibrary.com.
Closing date for submissions: 4/30/2024
