Adult Services Coordinator

Coshocton Public Library; Coshocton (OH); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Coshocton Public Library seeks an Adult Services staff member to assist the Adult Services Manager in delivering programs and services to adults from 18 through seniors. This role includes planning programming, curating displays, cataloging, and helping at public service points with a focus on reader's advisory and community engagement.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, and requires a flexible schedule including some evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for public and staff.
• Ability to plan and execute adult programming and reader's advisory services.

Responsibilities

• Develops and brings creative adult programming; facilitates programming at multiple sites.
• Plans and decorates adult service areas; creates welcoming public spaces.
• Performs Dewey Decimal cataloging for adult items; supports interlibrary loan activities.
• Assists with Summer Reading Program; supports onboarding of new hires in the adult area.

Skills

Reader's advisory

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Level: 107, $17.57 hourly
Status: Non-exempt, full-time, 37.5 hours weekly, Monday-Saturday-mornings, afternoons, and some evenings required.
Open until filled

Date Prepared: June 2020
Reports to: Adult Services Manager/Librarian (MLIS)
Basic Function: Advocates for all adults (18 years of age through senior years) by assisting the Adult Services Manager in all aspects of library services to Adults.
Subordinates: None
Level: 107
Status: Non-exempt
Nature and Scope: This individual assists the Adult Services Manager by enthusiastically and positively taking on tasks as assigned. In addition, the Adult Services Coordinator is trained to work at all qualifying public service points.
Principal Accountabilities: Develops and brings creative/innovative adult programming to Adult Services Manager for consideration; Facilitates approved adult programming using a variety of techniques including digital and non-digital based programming; Helps plan and decorate adult service areas; Serves the public with courtesy and efficiency

Essential Duties of the Position: (other duties appropriate to the classification may be assigned as necessary.)

• Assists with/facilitates Adult Services programming system-wide
• Helps plan displays and decorate adult areas
• Catalogs adult items with an understanding of Dewey Decimal
• Collaborates with Adult Services Coordinators and Adult Services Assistants
• Assists with all aspects of Adult Summer Reading Program
• Assists Adult Service Manager/Librarian with weeding
• Maintains programming supplies with attention to neatness and needs
• Thinks outside of the "traditional library" bringing fresh ideas to the Adult Services Department and area
• Makes deliveries to homebound patrons and prepares requests
• Understands and completes Interlibrary Loan request
• Assists patrons at all qualifying public service points
• Assists Adult Services Manager/Librarian with Onboarding process for new hires in adult area

Acceptable Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of adult collection with a passion for reader's advisory
• Enjoys following adult trends and interests
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; listening and interpersonal skills; organizational skills; public speaking skills
• Expertise in computer and information technology skills
• Familiarity with current technology and library trends
• Willingness to seek/receive professional development opportunities, provided by reputable institutions/organizations and/or library staff
• Ability to plan both short and long term
• Ability to work effectively with other staff
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
• Ability to learn library routines, rules, procedures, and policies and apply them, always with a solution-driven and helpful attitude
• Ability to work with the public of all ages, always with courtesy and respect
• Ability to organize
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Neat appearance appropriate for work in a public building
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Four-year degree from an accredited college or university preferred; additional training or education related to adult services will be considered