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Events and Programming Coordinator

Pay Type:

Salary

Job Status:

Full Time

Minimum Salary/Hourly Rate:

$46,000.00

Maximum Salary/Hourly Rate:

$48,000.00

The Library Company of Philadelphia

Essential Functions

Public Events & Programming

• Coordinate logistics for public events, symposia, academic programs and workshops. Tasks include scheduling, documentation, vendor management, speaker travel and lodging, and front-line duties during events.

• Serve as the lead staff for most onsite and virtual events.

• Develop public programming and partnerships in cooperation with researchers and staff.

Outreach

• Oversee production of printed and electronic materials in support of Library Company programs, including drafting or soliciting copy of e-communications, newsletters, and press releases, and managing program communications calendar.

• Work with the social media team to promote Library Company programs and events.

• Coordinate a monthly e-news email to promote events and Library Company news.

Administration Responsibilities

• Gather and track event and programming metrics.

• Ensure patron data is entered into our CRM and marketing platforms.

• Manage budgets for public programming and events.

• Staff the front desk of the Library (about 25 hours a week).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with Microsoft Office, online email marketing platforms (e.g. Constant Contact, Mailchimp), CRMs (e.g. Salesforce), and web hosting platforms (e.g. WordPress).

• Design experience using Adobe Creative Suite or Canva preferred.

Experience, Education, and Licensure

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Business/Non-profit Administration, similar degree or relevant experience

• Experience with audio equipment (mics, speakers, etc.) preferred.

• 1-3 years of experience in related work

To Apply

The Library Company of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, supporting, and investing in a diverse team of talented, creative, and passionate staff members who have a shared vision of our mission. Therefore, we encourage qualified candidates that represent and embody the diversity found within our community to apply. Interested candidates should submit a single PDF comprising a cover letter detailing your interest in the position and a résumé or CV to Fran Dolan, Director of Operations at fdolan@librarycompany.org. Please include the title of the position and your last name in the subject line of the email. References will be requested for finalists.