Substitute Children's Program Coordinator

LIBRARY PROGRAM COORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY

JOB CLASSIFICATION: PART TIME

SAFETY SENSITIVE: NO

PAY GRADE: PT4

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MISSION: We strive to build and maintain a vibrant city through personable community interactions and innovative library services.

GENERAL

PURPOSE:

Working under the supervision of a Program & Outreach Librarian, this position is assigned to prepare and present programs to a specific age group (Children: 0-7; Tween: 8-12; Teen: 13-18; Adults: 19+). This position also provides staff support for general, routine clerk duties as needed to assist delivery of public library services for the City.

• Program Coordination - Children & Tweens
  • Prepares and presents programs to a variety of age groups, planning around themes and applying literacy concepts;
  • Must be able to entertain an audience by singing, reading or telling stories, perform dramatic presentations which may include costumes or dance movements, use of puppets, or other props;
  • Communicates with parents or caregivers to discuss and answer questions regarding literacy skills and children's developmental stages;
  • May use graphic-design tools to create advertisements for the division;
• Program Coordination - Teens & Adults
  • Prepares and presents programs for teens and adults that build peer relationships, promote reading and library services, and learn new skills;
  • Uses graphic design tools to create advertisements and social media posts to promote programs and services;
  • Uses and assists teens with their use of various forms of technology, including computers (Windows and MacOS), VR, video-game consoles, projectors, audio-recording equipment, and printers;
  • Creates resource guides and booklists related to teen and adult services and literature;
  • Works with other division staff to plan and host four seasonal events annually and one special event each month;
  • May coordinate with community partners, including school libraries, other government agencies and departments, businesses, and non-profits;
  • Communicates with teens, parents, caregivers, and adults regarding library services, programs, and policies;
  • Schedule:
    
    Teen Program Coordinators work primarily afternoons and evenings and at least one Saturday per month. Adult Program Coordinators work both days and evenings, and at least one Saturday per month.
• Clerk
  • Attends patron services desks;
  • Greets patrons and assists with requests;
  • Instructs patrons on library policies and procedures;
  • Assists patrons in locating books and material and providing reference services;
  • Collects fines and fees from patrons;
  • Checks out library materials;
  • Monitors their assigned area of the library, including organizing and tidying up public spaces and shelved materials, and addressing behavioral issues;
  • Provides basic assistance to patrons using public computers, printers, and copiers;
  • Locates items that are on hold;
  • Sets up and maintains displays;
• General responsibilities
  • Performs a variety of general clerical and office duties;
  • Operates computer for word and information processing;
  • Maintains records and files;
  • Performs related duties as required;
  • Other duties as assigned;
  • May be trained to assist with responsibilities in other divisions as needed;
  • Schedule:
    
    This position is required to work at least one evening each week and at least one Saturday per month;

• High school graduate or equivalent is required;
• Previous program planning and performance experience and/or experience working with children or teens;
• For Children's Program Coordinators, musical experience (including ability to play a musical instrument) is preferable;
• Ability to interact with the public, communicate well with parents and caregivers, and enjoy working with children or teens; understand children & teen developmental stages;
• Knowledge of library methods, practices, and procedures;
  Dewey Decimal system;
• Ability to perform general clerical functions quickly and accurately;
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions and work independently in carrying out work assignments;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees;
• Exhibit excellent customer service when working with patrons of all ages;
• Operate various computers, office machines and equipment;
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality requirements for this position;
• Must abide by all City and Library policies and procedures;
• Must work well with others and be a team player;
• Ability to speak Spanish is preferred, though not required.

• Performs duties that may include physical effort, such as pushing or pulling a loaded book truck, lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, and walking;
• Occasionally may lift/carry materials up to 40 pounds;
• May sit or stand for long periods of time