Library Assistant, Newburgh Library, Newburgh, NY

Posted March 18, 2024

FT LIBRARY ASSISTANT, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS, NEWBURGH FREE LIBRARY
SUMMARY
The Newburgh Free Library is looking for a Full Time Marketing and Communications Library Assistant. The ideal candidate will have experience creating web content, using social media, and the ability to work quickly and consistently in broadcasting the Library’s message to multiple communities.
The Newburgh Free Library is a mid-sized urban library serving the people of the City of Newburgh, the Town of Newburgh, and the Town of New Windsor. The Main Library in the City of Newburgh has beautiful views, sitting atop a hill overlooking the Hudson River. A Town of Newburgh Branch location is scheduled to open in 2024 With over 60 staff members, 2 locations, and a service area of approximately 60,000 people, the Newburgh Free Library is a bustling place. This Full Time Library Assistant reports to the Head of Programs, Marketing, and Communications but will have significant room to work independently. This title is a union position, 35 hours a week, requiring one night a week and one Saturday a month.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work with the Head of Programs, Marketing, and Communications to ensure consistency in both the look and messaging of all Library communications
Assist the Department Head with all marketing and communications needs
Work with Library staff from all departments to keep the Library’s website up-to-date
Assist the Department Head with the management of the Library’s social media presence
Design promotional materials for both online and print platforms
Contribute to the writing and editing of press releases
Assist with the photo documentation of events and programs to be used in publicity
Work collaboratively with all Library departments to ensure programs, services, and collections are effectively marketed
Assist Department Head with creation and distribution of the Library newsletter
Work to create in-house promotions, including flyers, digital kiosks, and signage
Assist with data collection and surveys to enhance the Library’s marketing campaigns
May represent the library at meetings or events in and around the Newburgh community

OTHER DUTIES
Work regular shifts at all service points
Provide reference triage at all service points
Work as part of a team to ensure all patrons needs are met in a timely and courteous manner

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/QUALITIES
Knowledge of contemporary technology trends
Familiarity with WordPress, popular social media platforms, and image editing software
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work some nights and weekends
Accuracy, time management, organizational skills and attention to detail are priorities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary range: $41,024 – $56,482 depending on experience. Health insurance, vision, dental, and participation in the New York State Retirement System. Employees receive generous vacation, sick leave, and flex days.

HOW TO APPLY:
A complete job description is on the District’s website www.newburghschools.org under the ‘DISTRICT’ tab/Employment with the District.

External applicants must respond via the OLAS Web Site (www.olasjobs.org) on or before the above closing date.
PLEASE DO NOT E-MAIL Mr. McL, more directly. Please use the ‘Letter of Interest’ template found on the district’s web-site (www.newburghschools.org) under the District Tab
PLEASE INCLUDE POSTING Name ON ALL CORRESPONDENCE