POSITION: CopywriterLOCATION: The Library Center 4653 S Campbell Avenue Springfield, MOClassification: Full TimeSalary Track: Library Specialist IFLSA Status: Non-exemptSALARY: $ 14.25 per hour APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until FilledThis is a full-time position, approximately 40 hours per week. Candidates must be available Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 5:00pm. Occasionally hours after 5:00 p.m. may be required. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Librarys responsibility to the citizens of Greene County.This position requires a BS/BA degree in Journalism or Communications or degree in a related field. To be considered for this position TRANSCRIPTS MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION. All candidates for employment must be at least 16 years old.Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employmentApplications may be found online at http://thelibrary.org/libjob/libjobs.cfm then follow the link provided for this Job PostingComplete application and submit transcript through our online application process. Direct questions through e-mail to humanresources@thelibrary.org or call 417-616-0589 Monday Friday 8:30am 5:00pm.Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREssential FunctionsAssists Community Relations Director with public relations dutiesAssists Community Relations Director, Art Director and other department staff in completion of jobs and assignments Coordinates the Librarys social media presence on its platforms and contributes to postings with Librarys social media team Receives and edits all program plans submitted by library staff into system for Bookends quarterly calendar of eventsCoordinates program/project postings with Web Development Department Writes news releases, feature articles, correspondence and promotional copy for various Library publications and websiteTakes photos of library events/speakers as neededEdits original library video for YouTube and other social media platforms as neededAssists with events planningAssists in promotions to raise level of awareness of The Library and its staffUpdates Library Press Page as neededAnswers incoming phone calls and e-mail messagesAssists in compiling staff retirement plans and albumsCommunicates with vendors on orders of promotional/specialty itemsReceives materials from vendors and quality-checks productsObserves both departmental and Library policies and proceduresInterprets and implements the Librarys General Conduct PolicyTimeliness: The employee must be punctual and timely in arriving to work and completing tasks. The employee must also be capable of working all of the hours in their assigned shift.Ability to work with others and the general public: It is essential that individual who works in this position have the ability to work and interact in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner with others.This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library. Skills/Job KnowledgeProficient in general computer and keyboard skills Proficient in the use of word processing, database and web softwareProficient in using social media platformsAbility to record video for live events and promotionsAbility to adapt writing skills to various types of purposesUnderstanding of invoicing and payment proceduresAbility to meet deadlines and juggle multiple job assignments Possess creativity in performing assigned writing assignmentsPossess versatile frame-of-mindEducation/ExperienceBachelor of Journalism or Communications degree or degree in a related fieldTwo to three years of experience in copywritingWriting portfolio require
