Program Coordinator, Community Engagement, ODLOS
Company: American Library Association
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 10, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionIf you have a passion for social justice and would
like to take on the role of assisting and supporting the
implementation of programs to serve underrepresented communities in
the field of librarianship, this might be the job for you.
The Office for Diversity, Literacy and Outreach Services (ODLOS) of
the American Library Association uses a social justice model to
address and develop library services in the areas of equity,
diversity, and inclusion; literacy; and outreach services.
The Program Coordinator, Community Engagement has three primary
areas of focus:
This is a regular full-time position based in our Chicago
office.
ALA staff are currently working on a flexible hybrid schedule.
Please note that although we have a generous telecommuting policy
for our employees, we do not have any truly remote positions in
states outside of our workplace sites.
ALA currently requires that employees be fully vaccinated as
defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Proof of
vaccination will be required on or before start date.
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory
completion of a background check and proof of your eligibility to
work in the United States.
Starting salary range negotiable from the low-40s, based on
relevant experience. ALA has an excellent benefit package that
includes flexible work schedules, medical, dental, generous paid
vacation and a retirement annuity and a 35-hour work week. You may
also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
(PSLF).
FOR CONSIDERATION:
Apply online including a cover letter and resume.
Or
Send resume and cover letter to:
American Library Association
Human Resources Department
Ref: progcoordODLOS
Email:
The American Library Association is an equal opportunity employer:
Disability/Veteran.
Training, Experience, and Education Requirements:
This position requires working closely with ALA members, which
requires strong proven customer service orientation and expertise
as well as task management skills. The ability to manage multiple
projects and deadlines is critical.
Bachelor's degree in communications or related field preferred or
equivalent work experience in writing and communications that
includes demonstrated content creation experience.
Three years of experience in an association, educational,
membership or similar organization is also preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of experience with technology, particularly
Drupal, WordPress (or similar), social media tools, and online
communication platforms (Informz or Mailchimp).
Minimum of 3 years of basic project management
Ideal candidates will also have past experience working in
communications production and development and experience and/or
interest in social justice and working with diverse
communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other
manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they
have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the
pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have
access to the compensation information of other employees or
applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot
disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals
who do not otherwise have access to compensation information,
unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or
charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding,
hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the
employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to
furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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