Communications Coordinator, Colby College Libraries

Colby College; Benton (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Colby College is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support the development, execution, and day-to-day management of library communications across digital and print channels. Reporting to the Associate Director, the role coordinates messaging across the Libraries' social media, websites, newsletters, digital signage, and promotional materials.

Working with colleagues across the Libraries and campus partners, you will create accessible, engaging content that highlights library services,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, graphic design, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proven experience writing and editing for multiple audiences.
• Proficiency with graphic design and desktop publishing tools (Adobe CC, Canva).
• Experience managing social media accounts and CMS/digital platforms.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and maintain consistent communications standards.
• Familiarity with accessibility, HTML/XML preferred.
• Experience with email marketing platforms and analytics tools preferred.
• Experience in academic libraries or higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, write, edit, schedule, and distribute library communications across channels.
• Maintain content on the Libraries' website, newsfeeds, blogs, and policy pages.
• Manage official social media accounts and publish posts and announcements.
• Produce newsletters and email communications highlighting services and programs.
• Coordinate digital signage and physical displays across libraries.

Skills

Writing & editing

Content creation

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, graphic design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Canva

CMS (Content Management Systems)

Email marketing platforms

Digital signage management systems

Job description

Job Description

Department:

Communications and Strategic Initiatives - Staff

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Job Summary:

The Communications Coordinator supports the development, executionandr day-to-day management of communications for Colby CollegeLibraries. Reporting to the Associate Director and Head ofCommunications and Strategic Initiatives, the position coordinatesmessaging across the Libraries' primary digital and print channels,including social media, websites, newsletters, digital signage, andpromotional materials.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Libraries andcampus partners, the Communications Coordinator creates engaging,accessible, and user-centered content that promotes libraryservices, collections, programs, and initiatives. The positionplays an important role in maintaining consistent messaging,strengthening community engagement, and communicating the value ofthe Libraries to the Colby community.

The hiring range for this position is $24 - $27 per hour.

Essential Functions

Communications and Digital Content Management

• Support the planning, writing, editing, scheduling, anddistribution of library communications across digital and printchannels, ensuring consistent, accurate, and engagingmessaging.
• Maintain and update content on the Libraries' website, newsfeeds, blogs, and public policy pages in alignment with establishedcommunications priorities and content strategies.
• Manage the Libraries' official social media accounts, includingdeveloping and publishing regular posts, stories, eventannouncements, and other promotional content.
• Produce and distribute newsletters, email announcements,promotional messaging, and storytelling content that highlightlibrary services, programs, collections, and initiatives.
• Maintain digital signage and physical bulletin boardsthroughout Miller and Bixler libraries to ensure timely, relevant,and accurate information.

Visual Communications and Outreach Support

• Design and produce promotional materials, including graphics,flyers, posters, digital assets, and other visual content forlibrary programs, workshops, exhibits, and events.
• Ensure communications and promotional materials align withColby College brand standards, established library guidelines, andapplicable accessibility practices.
• Maintain an organized collection of digital media assets,photographs, templates, and promotional materials to supportconsistent and efficient communications.
• Collaborate with library colleagues and campus partners topromote public events, academic resources, special collections,digital exhibits, open access initiatives, and other libraryofferings.
• Coordinate the development and distribution of public-facingsignage, informational guides, and other materials that supportlibrary outreach and user engagement.

Collaboration and Communications Effectiveness

• Work closely with the Associate Director and Head ofCommunications and Strategic Initiatives and library colleagues toidentify communications needs, coordinate priorities, and supportdepartmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with campus partners, including InformationTechnology Services and College Communications, to coordinatemessaging and share relevant library news and stories with thebroader campus community.
• Monitor and track communications performance metrics, includingsocial media engagement, newsletter participation, and websitetraffic, to assess effectiveness and recommend improvements.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with librarycolleagues, campus partners, and professional peers to supporteffective communications and outreach.

Position Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism,graphic design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination ofeducation and relevant professional experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, withdemonstrated experience writing, editing, and developing contentfor multiple audiences and communications channels.
• Proficiency with graphic design, visual layout, and desktoppublishing tools, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Photoshop,Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, or Canva.
• Experience managing professional or organizational social mediaaccounts and familiarity with website content management systemsand digital communications platforms.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with theability to manage multiple assignments, establish priorities, andmeet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercisesound judgment within established guidelines, and maintainconsistent communications standards.
• Creative, flexible, and enthusiastic approach tocommunications, with a commitment to continuous learning andprofessional development.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, consultativeapproach to working with colleagues and campus partners.
• Experience working in an academic library, higher educationinstitution, or cultural organization preferred.
• Familiarity with visual accessibility standards, web designprinciples, and basic HTML/XML preferred.
• Experience with email marketing platforms, digital signagemanagement systems, and web analytics tools preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop inclusive, accessible, andaudience-centered communications that support engagement across adiverse community.

Physical/Mental Demands

• To perform this role effectively, an employee is expected tohandle employee information, documents, and sensitive matters withcare, professionalism, and respect for privacy.
• This position involves working with a variety of timelines,including some that require quick turnaround and responsiveness tourgent needs.
• In this role, the employee will interact with members of thepublic and others in a variety of situations and conversations.Presenting oneself in a professional, respectful, and thoughtfulmanner at all times is an important part of the role.
• This position includes regular movement throughout officespaces, hallways, meeting rooms, and other campus locations.
• Daily work will involve extended use of a computer, includingkeyboard and mouse
• Physical requirements differ by position. In general, mostroles involve lifting up to 10 pounds regularly, with somepositions requiring occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.
• Vision requirements for this position include the ability tosee clearly at close and far distances and to adjust focus asneeded.
• The work environment is dynamic and engaging, often involvingmultiple tasks and projects that require shifting focus and strongorganizational skills..
• The noise level is generally moderate; however, there may beoccasional moments of louder sounds depending on campusactivity.

Colby College supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and iscommitted to providing reasonable accommodations to enableindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions ofthe position.