Children’s Coordinator

City Of Page; Arizona; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City Of Page seeks a Children's Librarian to run year-round programs and activities for kids and to provide reference services to children and teachers. The role involves checking in/out materials, assisting patrons with the online catalog, and supporting the Children's Department.

Expect to train staff and volunteers, create story hours and displays, develop reading lists, and partner with community organizations to promote library services.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in library science or related field.
• Two or more years working with children in library or school setting or related bibliographies.

Responsibilities

• Provide year-round children's library programs and activities.
• Offer reference services to children and teachers; assist with online catalogs.
• Check in/out materials and manage circulation desk in children's area.
• Train and supervise staff and volunteers in the Children's Department.
• Develop tours, story hours, displays, and reading lists for schools and community.
• Collaborate with community groups to promote library services.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Storytelling skills

Customer service

Communication

Library reference services

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

PACs Library System

Job description

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description

Department Community Services Pay Grade A11 FLSA Status Nonexempt

JOB SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for year round childrens library programs and activities relating to them Under general guidance assesses selects processes and catalogs library materials suitable for children Provides reference services to children and teachers Also responsible for checking in and out materials in the Childrens Library when on duty Will have heavy public contact working with children and their parents Handles technical work involving the circulation desk in the Childrens area

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide excellent customer service to ensure the highest quality of service as established by the City of Page
• Develops and conducts programs for children caregivers and parents which encourage reading viewing and listening skills and the use of library facilities and materials
• Plans and organizes work according to season of year special events and regular library schedule
• Administers annual summer reading program for children
• Prepares and delivers a regular series of story hours for pre school age children infants and their parentscaregivers
• Organizes and gives tours of the library and its services to all students and groups of young library users
• Serves as primary childrens services reference librarian provides assistance to the public with readers advisory services and assists patrons in using the online catalog and other electronic tools and resources; assists and instructs patrons in using library services equipment and facilities
• Selects materials for acquisition and withdrawal from the childrens print and non print collections; supervises the organization maintenance preservation withdrawal and disposal of materials
• Reads standard professional reviewing media to identify items that are age appropriate eg Publishers Weekly Book List Library Journal etc
• Catalogs and processes childrens books and items
• Partners with other community agencies and non profits to promote the library eg Attend community meetings; set up booths promoting childrens services at different community activities
• Creates bibliographies user guides promotional materials and publicity spotlighting Childrens Department collections services and programs
• Provides reference service to children and teachers
• Creates displays to enhance the library collection attracts young readers and promotes reading
• Prepares reading lists for school and community distribution
• Trains and supervises staff and volunteers assigned to the Childrens Department; makes job assignments and verifies that assignments are carried out properly
• Attends workshops seminars and other educational & professional meetings to acquire new skills
• Contributes to the librarys long and short range plans concerning the use of new trends and technologies and making recommendations as applicable
• Assists in monitoring the behavior and conduct of library patrons
• Communicates and interprets Page Public Librarys policies and procedures to staff and the public
• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality
• Answers the phone as needed; works at the circulation desk when assigned
• Checks inout library materials and shelves materials
• Keeps work area and childrens department neat and clean
• Cleans up room after program is finished
• Prepares regular narrative and statistical reports for the Library Manager
• Performs duties in other library areas and participates in library special projects as needed
• Be flexible and adaptable to new situations
• Assumes responsibility for all staff public and library building in the absence of the Library Manager and Reference Librarian
• Performs other related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience Associates Degree; andTwo 2 years of previous experience in working with children in a school or library setting;Or any experience working with bibliographies of childrens literature
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of child development and childrens library programs services techniques and principlesKnowledge and possession of creative storytelling skills and knowledge of childrens books and literatureKnowledge of computer and Solutions Library Circulation System including the PACsSkill in using small hand tools for minor repairs Basic ability to operate typewriter computer copier fax microfilm microfiche readerprinter and video equipmentSkill in office proceduresSkill in typing at least 45 wpmSkill in written and verbal communicationAbility to interact with children and parents courteously and effectivelyAbility to maintain excellent working relationships with patrons and with all employees in the organizationAbility to use listed tools and equipmentAbility to follow standard office environment safety requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job the employee must exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally andor up to 30 pounds of force frequently andor up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects The following physical abilities are required climbing fingering handling hearing speaking standing talking walking and visual acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work requires decision making that could lead to major community or organizational consequences if this position fails to make the appropriate decision at the time Page has the right to revise this job description at any time This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment