Marketing & Communications Associate, Boston Public Library, Boston MA
Posted April 19, 2014
The Boston Public Library is accepting applications for a Marketing & Communications Associate to assist in all internal
and external communications efforts on behalf of the Boston Public Library. Help in raising the profile and enhancing the
reputation of the Boston Public Library system and its services to the people of Boston and the Commonwealth.
The Organization
A leading American historian has called the Boston Public Library (BPL) one of the five great libraries of the world. Over
3.5 million people visit the Boston Public Library every year to use its collection of twenty two million books, maps,
manuscripts, photographs, prints, drawings and other items. Another eight million people connect with the BPL through
its website www.bpl.org to use its services and the growing collection of electronic resources, downloadable media and
digitized rare books, maps and manuscripts.
Among its preeminent collections, the BPL holds a First Folio by William Shakespeare; original music scores by Mozart,
Prokofiev and others; and the personal library of President John Adams. In addition, the BPL is home to the renowned
Norman B. Leventhal Map Center, which includes over 200,000 historic maps and 5,000 atlases from all over the world.
Over 10,000 programs and classes attract thousands of residents from across diverse neighborhoods and cultural
groups. Award winning online and in-library homework assistance sessions, literacy classes, author programs and
computer training sessions are also a popular draw.
The BPL is a department of the municipal government of Boston and a statutory charitable organization governed by a
board of nine Trustees appointed by the Mayor.
Competitive benefits. Salary: $49,101 – $66,233 DOQ
Qualifications
1. Education – Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, or Marketing from recognized college or university.
Graduate degree in related field preferred.
2. Experience – Two years or more experience in marketing or communications role.
Technologically advanced; expert user of Microsoft Office and social media. Demonstrated experience with
digital photography, digital video editing; basic photo editing and resizing. Superior writing skills, editing skills,
and attention to detail. Strong portfolio illustrating examples of work. Ability to successfully manage several
demanding projects simultaneously and identify priorities in fast-paced environment. Self-motivated with
exceptional follow-up on assignments.
Requirements
1. Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
2. Residency – Must be a resident of the City of Boston upon the first day of hire.
3. CORI – Must successfully clear a Criminal Offenders Record Information check with the City of Boston.
Complete job description and application available at: www.cityofboston.gov/OHR/careercenter.asp.
Deadline for application: May 9, 2014