Library Programs Coordinator

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Librarian/Program Coordinator to lead and coordinate specialized library programs and services, building capacity in the community.

The role works independently with limited supervision, reporting major activities in regular meetings, and involves planning events, advising patrons, and developing partnerships with local groups to expand access to library resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Library Science, Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
• At least 1 year of social work, social service, community service, resource development, teaching or job training experience.
• Equivalency: an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling of facilities and logistical issues for meetings, projects and events.
• Plan, coordinate and participate in library and community programs.
• Prepare reports and statistical data.
• Coordinate collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities.
• Review and evaluate resource materials, and recommend acquisitions of books, periodicals, audiovisual and other materials.
• Advise patrons on the selection, organization and interpretation of library materials.
• Give talks to community groups and schools, and direct tours of the library.
• Attend public meetings and community group meetings to provide information and discuss issues.
• Serve as a resource person to library staff.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, local businesses, neighborhood and school groups, and library support associations.
• Provide technical assistance and instruction, and answer questions regarding the use of the library, collection and services.
• Provide library services in a concentrated specialty including technology, immigrant services, college and career readiness, website development.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Skills

Public speaking

Community outreach

Project coordination

Customer service

Data reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Library Science, Business or Public Administration or related discipline

Tools

Library databases

MS Office

Website management

Job description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to lead, develop and coordinate specialized programs and services to build capacity for the library.

This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Coordinates the scheduling of facilities and logistical issues for meetings, projects and events.
• Plans, coordinates, and participates in library and community programs.
• Prepares and generates reports and statistical data.
• Coordinates collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities.
• Reviews and evaluates resource materials, and recommends the acquisition of books, periodicals, audiovisual and other materials.
• Advices and assists patrons on the selection, organization and interpretation of library materials.
• Gives talks to community groups and schools, and directs tours of the library.
• Attends public meetings and community group meetings to provide information, answer questions, discuss citizens' complaints, concerns and issues, and to explain procedures and operations.
• Serves as a resource person to library staff.
• Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations, local businesses, neighborhood and school groups, and library support associations.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction, and answers questions regarding the use of the library, collection and services.
• Provides library services in a concentrated specialty including technology, immigrant services, college and career readiness, website development.
• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Library Science, Business or Public Administration or related discipline.
• One (1) year of social work, social service, community service, resource development, teaching or job training experience.

EQUIVALENCY: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold appropriate certification from the State of Kentucky (KRS 171.250) within 30 days of employment.
• Must work a varied schedule.
• Must provide one's own source of transportation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.