We have a great career opportunity available for a Center for the Book Coordinator in our Columbia, South Carolina headquarters. The South Carolina Center for the Book Coordinator plans, creates, implements, and evaluates programs and special services for statewide literacy and literary initiatives to increase awareness and celebrate South Carolina’s literary heritage and culture.
The candidate must have excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact courteously and effectively with internal and external customers. They should have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines under limited supervision. They must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of staff and management. They must demonstrate excellent public speaking skills.
- Increase cultural awareness and recognition of South Carolina’s literary arts by coordinating with libraries, institutions, and organizations to provide literary programming through the South Carolina Center for the Book.
- Support statewide endeavors committed to increasing literacy through programs, projects, communication, and committee work.
- Cross-functional collaboration to successfully plan and coordinate public programs, and events, including associated logistics, that promote and support the State Library's collections, programs and services, and the Center for the Book.
- Develop and provide literary content that promotes South Carolina’s literary heritage and culture through social media and web platforms.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A high school diploma and relevant program experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree.
- Experience planning and conducting events and programs, tracking associated tasks involved in the execution of projects, grant implementation, establishing community partnerships, and data collection/evaluation skills.
SCSL is committed to providing our employees with a collaborative and inclusive work environment that provides challenging work, personal and professional growth, and a work/life balance.
In addition to all the great perks we’ve already shared, we also offer:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, and more
- 15 days of annual leave per year
- 15 days of sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Team Building Activities – We believe in growing together
Don’t miss this great opportunity to take your career to the next level! Apply today.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age (over 40), sex, including pregnancy and childbirth (or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.