Library Program Specialist-Adult Outreach Coordinator

Harnett County; Lillington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Adult Services Outreach Coordinator at Harnett County Public Library leads outreach to adults, promotes library resources, and builds partnerships with community groups, senior centers, and schools to broaden access and lifelong learning opportunities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data-driven evaluation of outreach activities, and friendly customer service to diverse patrons; requires degree in library science or adult education and a valid NC driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in library science or bachelor’s degree in adult education or related field.
• Proven experience in adult services, community outreach, or similar role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse adults.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage adults.
• Collaborate with community organizations, senior centers, and educational institutions.
• Promote library's adult services and opportunities for lifelong learning.
• Measure outreach outcomes and use data to improve programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Public outreach

Education

Associate’s degree in library science

Bachelor’s degree in adult education or related field

Tools

Library management systems

Microsoft Office

Graphic design software

Online databases

Job description

The Adult Services Outreach Coordinator plays a vital role in expanding access to library resources, programs, and services for adults in the community. This position focuses on developing and implementing outreach strategies to engage and connect with adults of all backgrounds and interests, including underserved populations. The Adult Services Outreach Coordinator collaborates with community organizations, senior centers, educational institutions, and other stakeholders to promote the library's adult services and create meaningful opportunities for lifelong learning, personal enrichment, and community engagement.

The Adult Services Outreach Coordinator role offers an exciting opportunity to connect with adults in the community and expand access to library resources and services. This position allows for the creation of meaningful experiences, lifelong learning opportunities, and the fostering of a strong sense of community among adult library patrons.

Hiring Salary: $40,459.00

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Associate’s degree library science or bachelor’s degree in adult education or other related field.

• Proven experience in adult services, community outreach, or a similar role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with adults of diverse backgrounds and interests.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with adults of diverse backgrounds and interests.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with library resources, programming, and adult learning principles.
• Knowledge of data analysis and evaluation methods to measure outreach outcomes.
• Proficient in using technology and software applications such as databases, Microsoft Office, social media platforms, and graphic design software and tools.
• Proficiency in using library management systems, online databases, and digital resources.
• Knowledge of the operation principles and practices of a public library and practices of library science.
• Knowledge of the use of computer systems including on-line systems, computer software, printers, and other peripheral hardware.
• Proficiency in using library management systems, online databases, and digital resources.
• Skill in providing customer service.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteers, officials, and the general public.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic and evolving library environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to perform medium work frequently exerting up to 30 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects; and occasionally requiring to exert up to 50 pounds of force to move objects. This work also involves the physical abilities of balancing, crawling, crouching, grasping, handling, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, kneeling, lifting, using mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, performing repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, expressing ideas by the spoken word, and walking. An incumbent must also possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, to operate a computer terminal, for extensive reading; for visual inspection of books and materials at distances close to the eyes, and for use of measurement devices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The employee works in a library environment.