Assistant Director III

Midland County; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland County seeks a Director of the Program & Education Unit to lead program development, exhibit coordination, and community education initiatives. The role requires energy, creativity, and strategic planning to align learning strategies with the library’s mission.

The position oversees staff training, volunteer coordination, and public relations, with focus on educational, entertaining, and enriching programming for all ages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; program planning, presentation and training experience.
• Digital literacy skills; customer service or public interaction experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s in Library Science and library experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates and coordinates implementation of programs.
• Evaluates and adjusts library programs to meet community needs.
• Coordinates exhibit space and exhibits.
• Leads planning and execution of educational, entertaining programming for all ages.
• Responds to public inquiries regarding library services and programs.
• Attends professional meetings and trainings as needed.
• Assists administration with management of special projects and public relations/marketing.

Skills

Adapt to new software

Research using Internet

Draft and edit documents

Effective communication

Budgeting skills

Leadership and supervision

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s in Library Science (preferred)

Program planning, presentation and training experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet

Email

Social media

Job description

The Director of the Program & Education Unit has the overall responsibility for directing, planning, organizing, and coordinating program development, as well as exhibit development. This position requires a person with energy and creativity.

includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Facilitates and coordinates implementation of programs.
• Evaluates and adjusts diverse library programs to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the community.
• Coordinates exhibit space and exhibits.
• Takes the lead in coordinating, planning, and executing programming that is educational, entertaining, and enriching for all ages.
• Responds to public inquiries regarding library services, reference questions, programs and other related issues.
• Attends professional meetings, conferences, workshops and classes at the discretion of the Director.
• Assists the Administration with the management of special projects and public relations/marketing.
• Acts as a library resource and spokesperson for education related issues.
• Cooperates with coordinators in the area to maximize program opportunities and eliminate duplication and overlap. Creates a learning strategy that aligns with the library’s mission.
• Conducts research to stay abreast of rapidly changing trends and technologies as they apply to public service and library service in general.
• Develops courses and programs to meet the needs of business, industry, and the community.
• Responsible for training, coordination, and supervision of volunteers, using staff training and safety programs. Assists staff member in identifying their training needs and improving their KSA’s.
• Requires regular and timely attendance.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree. Program planning, presentation, and training experience. Digital literacy skills. Customer service or public interaction experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Master’s in Library Science and library experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must be insurable by agency insurance carrier. Must have valid Texas driver’s license, provide proof of insurance, and have adequate transportation.

KNOWLEDGE OF

Personnel practices and procedures; supervisory management principals; standard office practices and procedures; open government and public information requests; county government operations and offices, including the court system. Excellent customer service skills. This position requires knowledge of personal computers and software including Microsoft Office, the Internet, email, social media and other relevant technologies and equipment. Candidate must have knowledge of policies and procedures of the library, as well as knowledge of recreational and educational needs of children, teens, and families. Knowledge of alphabetic and decimal numeric filing rules; excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills in a team environment; and excellent customer service skills are required.

SKILL/ABILITY TO

Ability to adapt to new computer programs; ability to utilize the Internet for research; read, analyze, and interpret County policies and procedures; draft, edit, and proofread correspondence and other documents; communicate effectively in person and over the phone; perform basic mathematical functions; operate office equipment; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, county employees, the general public, and the media are required for this position. Position also requires the ability to be accurate, detail-oriented, and efficient in the performance of assigned duties; ability to follow written and verbal directions; and ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. The ADIII handles multiple responsibilities, solves complex problems and provides leadership, supervision and direction. Strong interpersonal, relationship building, and conflict resolution skills are a must. Must have creative problem-solving skills, strong organizational and planning skills, and the ability to be self-directed and work with minimal supervision. Strong budgetary skills and accounting experience are required.