Division Manager - Community Engagement
Lincoln Library, The Public Library of Springfield, Illinois
public library
Job Description
The Lincoln Library is seeking an individual to coordinate and manage the Library’s
image and relationship with the community. Develop connections with individuals and
local organizations to promote library expertise and resources. Assume responsibility
for external and internal public relations and marketing of library services and programs.
Work with donors and the Friends of Lincoln Library. Research and identify grant
opportunities for the library, write grant proposals, ensure all terms of the grants are
fulfilled, and handle grant reporting requirements. Assist in fundraising activities and
research additional funding opportunities. Help plan and prepare for special library
projects and strategic initiatives. This position requires knowledge, skill and mental
development equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, plus three years
professional library or nonprofit experience with one year team-leading experience and
one year experience in informal writing, research and dissemination. Experience with
grants and/or fundraising is desired. Project management experience is preferred.
Current employees (where applicable) and persons hired or rehired after 1-1-17
shall maintain their bona fide residence within the corporate limits of the city
during all periods of service. Newly hired or rehired employees have 12 months
from date of hire to establish city residency.
MINIMUM STARTING SALARY: $4,233.75 MONTHLY
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Apply to:
FINAL DATE TO APPLY: MARCH 15, 2022 AT 11:00 PM CST
APPLICATIONS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
IF ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING IS REQUIRED,
PLEASE NOTIFY THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER M-F-D-V 3/1/22
HR Info
IF ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING IS REQUIRED, PLEASE NOTIFY THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 217-789-2446.