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SalaryJoin an innovative, service-oriented team at the City of Cedar Rapids Library as a Library Seasonal. We are a municipal library serving a population of 137,000, committed to Inspire, Inform, and Engage our citizens by providing resources representing all points of view. We are looking for partners to build our future and community through a collaborative team environment rooted in service, innovation, and excellence.
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community
About this Opportunity
Assists Community Relations Team in capturing library programs, events, and services on video, and developing content for social platforms.
Essential Job Duties
- Collects video at library programs as requested;
- Works with staff to tell the story of the library visually;
- Work closely with team members on ideation and creation of social media;
- Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
- Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
- Performs related work as required.
- Ability to show good judgment, strong attention to detail, and manage projects from beginning to end;
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment;
- Experience using social media for marketing;
- Proven ability to shoot and edit video;
- Conscientious punctuality for programs/events and to meet deadlines;
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
- Be available for 20 - 25 hours a week;
- Ability to communicate professionally over the phone and email;
- Flexibility to work select special events and programs days, nights, and weekends
- Ability to secure own transportation to and from assignments.
Benefits
- Build your videography portfolio
- Opportunity to work in a public library/municipal environment
- Class credit (if applicable)
- Positive reference upon completion of successful internship
Required Special Qualifications:
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License
Additional Information
Work Schedule:
Varies as needed (20 to 25 hours per week)
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.
