Library Communications Specialist I
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
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Please apply by 10 / 19 / 25
Salary Range : $60,612.00 - $75,765.00
This is an exempt (salaried) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is one of America’s leading urban public libraries, serving a large metro area in North Carolina. Our library system serves a community of approximately one million citizens in Charlotte and surrounding towns. We deliver library services and programs from 20 locations, online, and through targeted outreach, to create a community of readers and empower individuals with access to information and ideas.
Location :
Library Administration Center, 510 Stitt Road, Charlotte, NC 28213
Position Summary
The Library Communications Specialist I focuses on internal and external communications for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library. This role is responsible for learning and understanding all aspects of the library and for leading and executing internal communications strategies, including content for the intranet; handling public relations (press releases, media relations, media monitoring); and writing, developing, and designing Library communications as needed.
Essential Functions
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of :
Marketing, data analytics, basic design principles for flyers and web banners, social media trends, general knowledge of library functions, basic web content management systems.
Skills :
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication; strong organizational and time management skills; media monitoring; social media publishing; initiative and adaptability.
Abilities :
Building partnerships; effective communication across media; decision making; information monitoring; technical / professional knowledge and skills; maintaining high work standards.
Computer Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; basic skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat Pro, Adobe Cloud, Photoshop).
Work Environment
Office setting with moderate noise.
Selection and Accommodations
This position may involve ADA-compliant technologies and requires adherence to County policies. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Disclaimer : This is not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements, or working conditions. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and / or disaster situations.
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