Library Programs Lead: Community Engagement & Partnerships

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

City of Arlington Downtown Library is seeking a Library Program Specialist to help develop and deliver engaging library programs and provide reference and reader's advisory services to patrons.

You will assist with partnerships with schools, retirement centers, and community groups to promote library services, resources, and community engagement. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required to meet evolving library needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of reference techniques and information retrieval to assist patrons.
• Ability to design and deliver engaging programs for diverse age groups.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to meet library needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging library programs and reader's advisory services.
• Assist patrons with reference inquiries and accessing library resources.
• Develop partnerships with schools, retirement centers, and community groups.
• Provide circulation assistance and support material collection activities.

Skills

Reference techniques

Information retrieval

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

City of Arlington Downtown Library is seeking a Library Program Specialist to help develop and deliver engaging library programs and provide reference and reader's advisory services to patrons.

You will assist with partnerships with schools, retirement centers, and community groups to promote library services, resources, and community engagement. Flexibility for evenings and weekends is required to meet evolving library needs.