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Communications and Development Associate - Norristown Library
The Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library (MC-NPL) is seeking a motivated and creative
Communications & Development Associate to assist in advancing our mission as a nonprofit public library.
This role is ideal for an organized, enthusiastic professional who is passionate about storytelling, fundraising,
and strengthening community connections. The Communications and Development Associate supports the
Library’s fundraising, communications, and volunteer engagement efforts. This position plays a key role in
assisting with donor relations, content creation, event support, and coordinating volunteer activities. This
position is ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact in our community, gain hands-on
experience in nonprofit development and communications, work in a welcoming, mission-driven
environment, and help expand access to knowledge, resources, and lifelong learning. Be part of something
inspiring. Help us tell our story, engage our community, and grow support for the Library’s future.
Benefits we provide:
• Starting salary of $17.66 per hour
• Work schedule: 19 hours per week (Day
shifts and occasional evening and
Saturday hours)
• Paid sick leave
• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications:
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or related
field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in communications, fundraising, or nonprofit work preferred
• Experience with donor databases or CRM systems preferred
• A strong communicator with excellent writing and organizational skills
• Creative, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Passionate about libraries, literacy, and community service
• Interested in nonprofit fundraising, communications, and engagement
• A collaborative team player who can also work independently
Read Full Job Description here
Qualified candidates, please submit an application at https://mcnpl.org/employment/. Please direct all
inquires to the Human Resources Department at mnlhr@mclinc.org. Montgomery County-Norristown Public
Library is an equal opportunity employer.
Preschool Outreach Coordinator - Norristown Library
Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is searching for a full-time Preschool Outreach Coordinator. Reporting directly to the Department Head, the Preschool Outreach Coordinator manages and leads the activities of the preschool outreach bookmobile program, BGR (“Books Go Round”). The primary mission of this position is to support early emergent literacy by delivering programming, circulating library materials to classrooms, and creating meaningful first public library experiences for preschool-aged children. Success in this role is measured by strong engagement and sustained relationships with young learners, educators, and the communities served.
Benefits we provide:
• Starting salary for Support Staff IV: $21.38
per/hr
• Starting salary for Librarian I: $25.64 per/hr
• Work schedule: 37 hours per week
• Generous paid time off
• Low-cost group health and dental insurance
• No cost Life and Accident Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Qualifications:
• Librarian I: Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program or Support Staff IV:
Bachelor’s degree from a college or university or 10-15 years of relevant experience.
• Spanish language fluency preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of children’s fiction and non-fiction books.
• Experience working with the 3-5 year old service population, including leading story times and literacy
activities.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills, computer literacy, organizational ability, and the
ability to deal effectively and pleasantly with the public.
• Valid PA driver’s license with a clean driving record and the ability to substitute at the library’s other
locations.
Read Full Job Description here
Qualified candidates, please email a cover letter, a resume, and a completed employment application to the Human
Resources Department at mnlhr@mclinc.org. The employment application can be found at www.mcnpl.org.
Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.
Application
Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit, qualifications, and abilities.
The Library recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job titles, including interns, apprentices, and volunteers without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics or ancestry, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Other Application Procedures
To apply for future consideration, email an application to mnlhr@mclinc.org or mail it to:
