Somerset County Library System of New Jersey

A part-time position at #manvillenj #manvillelibrary up to 20 hours per week.

The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) is seeking a Director of Marketing and Public Relations. This is not a remote or hybrid role. Location: Bridgewater, NJ This full-time, executive-level position develops and implements comprehensive branding, marketing, and communication strategies that spotlight the Library as a key community resource. Submit a cover letter, portfolio, and resume - (as attachments, please) for serious consideration. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing the provision of marketing and public relations services for SCLSNJ; identifying, implementing, and developing goals for system-wide communication efforts in support of the SCLSNJ strategic plan, community needs, and trends in library service; working in cooperation with the SCLSNJ Executive Team regarding system initiatives, programs, and services; communicating SCLSNJ mission, vision, goals, values, and initiatives directly to staff, customers, government officials, press sources, advisory/foundation boards, and the general public; ensuring all content provides a high degree of consistent quality, tone, and professionalism across all SCLSNJ communications; submitting budget requests and proposals for services and projects; being responsible for staying within budgetary guidelines. Upcoming system-wide projects over the next year will include: -Implementation of a new email marketing platform that integrates natively with our library customer data (ongoing). -Launch of a redesigned SCLSNJ.org website (January 2025). -Reopening of two branch libraries after closures for renovation (anticipated February and December 2025). - Recruitment and onboarding of a new Library Director (Q2 2025) ahead of the retirement of our current Library Director of 15 years (July 2025). Migration to a new integrated library system (ILS), our enterprise-level catalog and checkout system software (Q4 2025). Requirements:?Master’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or a comparable field and a minimum of ten (10) years of full-time progressively responsible management including supervision of staff or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of the Creative Suite especially expert-level skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign; as well as expert proficiency in WordPress, Basecamp, Canva, Mailchimp, and Google for Work or equivalent with the ability to quickly learn new programs and develop proficiency. Must reside in the State of New Jersey within one year of starting employment unless exempted by law. Valid driver’s license or ability to attend training or meetings at other branches or off-site locations as required. Salary: $123,689.00 per year/ apply: [email protected] | Open until filled.