Communications & Grants Coordinator

By: Madison Public Library Foundation

Salary Range: $55,000-60,000

Job Summary:

Madison Public Library Foundation Communications & Grants Coordinator

Full-time (40 hours), benefits-eligible position responsible for executing Madison Public Library Foundation’s annual communications. This position reports directly to the Executive Director. The essential duties include communications development & production, copywriting and editing, coordination with the contracted graphic designer/art director, public relations, grant writing & reporting, evaluation, and brand management.

Key responsibilities include:

• Writing, editing, and proofreading copy for external communications, including email and print newsletters, annual report, fundraising event invitations, promotional materials, advocacy messages, capital campaigns, and special messaging campaigns

• Meeting regularly with the library’s marketing manager to coordinate Library and Foundation communications

• Preparing grants and proposals for major gifts, including regular meetings with library staff to gather program and budget information

• Drafting and submitting grant reports and updates to donors  

See the full job posting on our website here: https://mplfoundation.org/about/career-opportunities/ 

 

 

How to Apply:

Please apply via email to: Conor Moran, Executive Director, at [email protected]. Include cover letter, resume, and one representative communications work sample. Deadline for submission is Friday, November 13th, 2026.