Marketing and Communications Specialist

Join our team! We are hiring a Marketing and Communications Specialist for our Saint Paul Public Library (SPPL). This position is part of a three-person team focused on increasing awareness and use of the city's 14 libraries and digital services among residents of all identities and ages. Our library system is a place for lifelong learning and exposure to new ideas and is uniquely position to reflect, connect, and serve communities in Saint Paul. In this position, you will take a collaborative and values-based approach to reaching a diversity of new audiences, increasing use of the SPPL, and clearly conveying its brand.

Here's what you can expect to do:
 

• Content Creation: Write, design, edit, and publish content for SPPL’s e-newsletters, social media, website, print materials, media outreach, and additional communication channels. Contribute ideas to the department’s content calendar that drives SPPL’s priority topics and messages.
  Collaboration and content expertise: Coordinate, triage, and respond to requests from colleagues for creative services from the Marketing and Communications team. Provide guidance on hyperlocal marketing and communication to colleagues SPPL’s 14 library locations.
  Equity and Inclusion: Apply an equity, inclusion, and anti-racism lens to your work in a collaborative and ever-changing environment.  
  Vendor management: Coordinate the advertisement, swag, and printing needs of SPPL, including developing and maintaining relationships with printers and vendors.

For more information and essential functions, see our Public Information Specialist I job description. 

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
 

 Position Requirements:

A bachelor's degree is required. No substitution for education. A Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or Graphic Design is preferred. 

AND

One year of experience in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or Graphic Design is required.

 How to Apply:

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload the following required document via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without these documents attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
   1. A resume

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

 Learn more about our Hiring Process:

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.

Human Resources Contact Information:  
Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519
Email: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Note: Include on all job postings.

Working Title: Marketing and Communications Specialist
Official Title: Public Information Specialist I