Library Communications Coordinator

Description

Is God calling you to ministry?

For over 70 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolina or a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

CHRISTIAN PURPOSE AND EXPECTATIONS:

All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA’s religious mission.

Department Detail – The Communications Department at BGEA consists of the following areas: project management, ecommerce, email marketing, advertising, public relations/social media/promotion, creative services (graphic design, content writing/proofing and production), and Decision magazine, our official monthly publication. The department tells the story of what God is doing through the BGEA by creating print and online content that support the organization’s mission of proclaiming the Gospel, negotiating paid and leveraging unpaid promotional placements, and engaging new and existing supporters with targeted content using a combination of indirect and direct communications channels.

Job Summary – The Library Communications Coordinator coordinates and provides support for all promotional efforts for the Billy Graham Library including, but not limited to, market research, building relationships with various local and regional contacts (tourism, school, museum), attending various conventions representing the Library, researching and writing various digital content pieces, and other administrative duties.

Ministry Requirements

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer
• Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists Communications Manager in implementing communications and marketing efforts to reach the awareness and attendance goals determined by Library and Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) leadership
• Supports Communications Manager with research, administrative projects and tasks
• Assists Communications Manager with market research and promotion of Library events, exhibits, and general promotion
• Content creation for blog and social media, including Library event social media coverage, as assigned by supervisor or BGEA PR/Social Media Team
• Coordinates guest group tour details as needed with Library support staff
• Assists with coordinating efforts for STEAM field trip program including scheduling groups, organizing materials, and directing volunteers
• Researches and writes content for Library Student Resources, including lesson plans, and promotional materials
• Establishes and maintain relationships with local and regional homeschool groups, private schools, and teachers/administration in order to promote the Library and its student resources
• Represents the Library at various travel, tourism, and other promotional or conference venues, responding to generated leads as directed by the Communications Manager
• Cultivates relationships with local and regional attractions, Welcome Centers, and other tourism partners
• Processes invoices and requisition orders including coding, obtaining appropriate signatures, scanning/mailing to appropriate parties, and tracking

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains print and advertising records and tracks promotional efforts
• Tracks and maintains department inventory
• Completes administrative paperwork and various reports as needed
• Assists in maintaining online calendars, ensuring accurate and updated posting of information
• Other…