LIBRARY ASSISTANT - PROGRAMMING & OUTREACH

Amarillo; Amarillo (TX); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 24 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Full City benefits

Résumé du poste

Amarillo Public Library is seeking a Library Assistant for Programming and Outreach to develop, implement, and evaluate adult programs. You’ll coordinate presenters, manage events, update the online calendar, and create promotional videos for the library’s channels.

You will also assist patrons at the MakerSpace and Studio, provide reference support, and help expand the library’s community partnerships. Evening/weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• At least ninety undergraduate hours of college coursework are required.
• Knowledge of basic reference tools and computer applications.
• Completion of a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Patience, courtesy, and a helpful attitude are required.

Responsabilités

• Develop adult programs appropriate to public needs and interests.
• Assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating adult programs.
• Prepare program proposals for review and approval.
• Coordinate presenters, venues, and scheduling.
• Maintain the events calendar and promote programs.
• Provide reference assistance and MakerSpace/Studio support.

Connaissances

Programming

Needs assessment

Event planning

Promotion & outreach

Digital media production

Organization

Communication

Technology

Evaluation

Collaboration

Community engagement

Patron assistance

Problem solving

Adaptability

Formation

Ninety undergraduate hours

Bachelor's degree preferred

Outils

Microsoft Office

A/V equipment

Video editing tools

Description du poste

LIBRARY ASSISTANT - PROGRAMMING & OUTREACH# Amarillo Careers## LIBRARY ASSISTANT - PROGRAMMING & OUTREACHApply: Downtown Library: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: December 1, 2026 (19 days left to apply): JR3437**JOB TITLE:** Library Assistant - Programming and Outreach**JOB CLASS NUMBER:** PRF034**PAY GRADE:** G03**FLSA STATUS:** Non-Exempt**BUSINESS UNIT NAME:** Library**REPORTS TO:** PR and Programming Coordinator**SUPERVISORY WORK:** None**STARTING SALARY:** $15.09 per hour. Full City benefits. Bring people, ideas, and creativity together at Amarillo Public Library! Programming and Outreach Library Assistants plan, implement, and evaluate adult programs throughout the library. Their responsibilities include securing presenters and coordinating event logistics; promoting programs; maintaining the online events calendar; coordinating digital media productions, and compiling programming statistics. They also provide reference and information assistance to the public and support patrons in the MakerSpace and The Studio @ APL.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES**Successful candidates will be able to serve the public using the knowledge, skills, and abilities that follow:*Knowledge** **Programming**: Comprehends the principles of planning, implementing, and evaluating programs for adults.* **Needs Assessment:** Understands how to identify community interests and developing relevant programs.* **Event Planning:** Knows best practices for scheduling and preparing facilities and equipment for programs.* **Promotion and Outreach:** Understands promoting programs through websites, displays, and outreach.* **Digital Media Production:** Grasps basic video production, sound recording, and digital media editing.*Skills** **Organization:** Able to coordinate schedules, resources, and program logistics across multiple locations.* **Communication:** Communicates effectively with varied audiences in writing and through public speaking.* **Technology:** Uses office software, A/V equipment, digital media production tools.* **Evaluation:** Compiles statistics, reports outcomes, and assesses program performance for continuance.*Abilities** **Collaboration:** Works effectively with staff, presenters, and partners toward programming goals.* **Community Engagement:** Builds relationships that expand programming opportunities and participation.* **Patron Assistance:** Provides reference assistance and guidance to patrons using specialized equipment.* **Problem Solving:** Exercises initiative and judgment to resolve programming and service challenges.* **Adaptability:** Adjusts to changing priorities, audience needs, scheduling conflicts, and equipment issues.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES**This position’s principal responsibilities and duties follow:* Develop adult programs appropriate to the needs and interests of the public.* Assist branch librarians and library assistants with planning and implementation of adult programs.* Prepare program proposals for the review and approval of library administration.* Contact potential program presenters, evaluate potential programs, and schedule programs.* Responsible for hospitality arrangements related to adult programs.* Review materials sent by prospective program presenters to evaluate appropriateness and relevance of content to topic proposed.* Maintain the events calendar on APL’s website.* Help coordinate promotional efforts for adult programming.* Coordinate the creation and production of videos for the library’s YouTube channel.* Assist patrons in the MakerSpace and in the Studio as assigned. Additionally, provide Reference Desk and Information Desk coverage at scheduled times.* Schedule and prepare library displays to raise awareness of programs. Assist branch library staff with displays as needed.* Attend adult programs and provide introduction of speakers to audience as appropriate.* Report on the outcome of programs presented. Responsible for compiling system-wide programming statistics for the Annual Report.* Work with staff and outside contacts to expand the library’s roster of program presenters.* Participate in outreach activities with community partners.* Assist with Friends of the Library fundraisers.* Attend classes, programs, and talks sponsored by other agencies to gather ideas and assess presenters for possible APL programs.* Other duties as assigned.**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**At least ninety semester hours of undergraduate work at a recognized college or university are required. Must have knowledge of basic reference tools and computer applications. Patience, courtesy, and a helpful attitude are required in this highly visible position. Completion of a bachelor’s degree at a recognized college or university is preferred. Previous library experience is also preferred.**WORK ENVIRONMENT**This full-time, 40-hour-per-week position requires evening and some weekend work. Specifically, this library assistant is scheduled for one night per week, alternating Fridays and Saturdays, and one Sunday every four weeks. Other evening and weekend work may be needed based on programming needs. Candidates must be eager to serve the public courteously and be able to work tactfully and harmoniously with others. Full performance of duties requires physical stamina. Library assistants must walk briskly, stand for considerable periods of time, lift and carry stacks of books weighing up to 20 pounds, and push loaded book trucks for short distances – all of which requires agility in stooping, lifting, and bending.The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.