Creative Marketing Specialist

The Grundy Foundation invites applications for Development & Marketing Coordinator, a full-time position with benefits. Are you interested in working for a vital and active community organization? Are you enthusiastic about development and relationship building? If you answered “yes” to these questions, we encourage you to apply for this unique position that combines development and marketing in a high-energy, encouraging and collaborative workplace. The Grundy Foundation is a philanthropic organization that was established by the Last Will and Testament of Joseph ~ Today, the Foundation stewards the resources bestowed to it to serve these civic-minded purposes, and partners with individuals, businesses, and grantors to enhance its impact in its service communities. In addition to the operation of the Museum and Library, The Foundation continues to carry out the Senator’s philanthropic tradition of giving back to his community through grant awards to deserving nonprofit organizations. For more information about the Grundy Foundation, visit our website at Reporting to the Library Director, the Development & Marketing Coordinator coordinates the Foundation’s development and marketing activities including fundraising and grant writing for all departments: Develops, implements, markets, and evaluates all fundraising campaigns, promotions, and events in conjunction with Foundation administration to raise funds. Oversees marketing plans and coordinates all external marketing communications including press releases, social media, etc. for the Foundation, Museum, and Library; serves as media liaison for all Foundation activities. Coordinates collection development of nonprofit materials in the Library. Develops, plans, and participates in programming, teaching, and outreach opportunities especially as related to development and fundraising, nonprofit resources, and marketing. The Development & Marketing Coordinator also provides Library services in the areas of circulation, reference, collection development, outreach, and instruction. enforces Library, Museum, and Foundation policies; assists with maintenance of library collection in all formats; conducts online reference services; Bachelor’s degree plus two years work experience in library or other nonprofit setting required; ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in library or information sciences preferred; Minimum of two years grant writing and fundraising experience; Traditional and social media marketing experience required; Fluency with personal computers and software, mobile devices, online databases, and integrated library systems (ILS); Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, and reach repeatedly and to easily operate computer keyboards and other accessories; Must have current driver’s license, insurance, and own transportation or ability to travel among outreach sites Creative, outgoing, self-motivated and proactive; Strong technology skills, especially with computers and mobile devices, extensive experience with Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office, and online searching. Hours and Compensation: 40 hours per week including evenings and weekends. Compensation dependent on education and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately.