Library Adult Programmer

Central Arkansas Library System; Sherwood (AR); On-site; USD 30,831 - 37,682; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

Central Arkansas Library System is seeking an energetic Library Adult Programmer for Sanders Library in Sherwood, AR to create engaging experiences for adult patrons and foster meaningful community connections.

This full-time position (40 hours per week) involves planning and presenting programs, promoting events, collaborating with staff, building partnerships, and assisting patrons with information and technology.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, customer service, and technology skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse public and as part of a collaborative team.
• Confidence in enforcing library policies and standards of conduct.
• Experience working with adults is preferred.
• Knowledge of popular adult literature and familiarity with current media and cultural trends is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating, and presenting in-library and outreach programs for adult patrons.
• Creating and promoting programs through printed and digital marketing materials.
• Collaborating with library staff to develop innovative programming opportunities.
• Building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations and local stakeholders.
• Providing excellent customer service at the public service desk.
• Assisting patrons in person and by phone with information requests, technology questions, and library resources.
• Performing general library duties, including workroom tasks and shelving materials.
• Upholding library policies and maintaining a welcoming environment for all patrons.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Technology skills

Diversity & teamwork

Job description

Library Adult Programmer (Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week)

Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) is seeking an outgoing, energetic, and service-oriented professional to join our programming team at Sanders Library (10200 Johnson Drive, Sherwood, AR 72120). This position plays a key role in creating engaging experiences for a diverse adult audience and fostering meaningful community connections.

Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating, and presenting in-library and outreach programs for adult patrons
• Creating and promoting programs through printed and digital marketing materials
• Collaborating with library staff to develop innovative programming opportunities
• Building and maintaining partnerships with community organizations and local stakeholders
• Providing excellent customer service at the public service desk
• Assisting patrons in person and by phone with information requests, technology questions, and library resources
• Performing general library duties, including workroom tasks and shelving materials
• Upholding library policies and maintaining a welcoming environment for all patrons

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, customer service, and technology skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse public and as part of a collaborative team
• Confidence in enforcing library policies and standards of conduct
• Experience working with adults is preferred
• Knowledge of popular adult literature and familiarity with current media and cultural trends is highly desirable

Schedule

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). Some evening and Saturday hours are required.

Salary and Benefits

• Starting salary is $34,257 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Holiday pay