Programming Coordinator

Library Jobline; Leadville, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake County Government seeks a Programming Coordinator to lead library programming for all ages, with emphasis on young adults (12-18) and adults (18+). The role includes planning, evaluation, and collection development for the Young Adult section, and collaboration with the Marketing Coordinator on outreach.

Responsibilities include implementing programs, expanding collections, and promoting services in partnership with the Marketing Coordinator, while adhering to the library's mission and

Qualifications

• Experience with program planning and delivering library programs.

Responsibilities

• Creates, implements, and maintains programs and services for all ages with focus on YA and adults.

Skills

Program planning

Children & teens

Evenings & weekends

MS Office

Google Workspace

Tech instruction

Customer service

Communication skills

Spanish preferred

Adobe Creative Suite

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Under the supervision of the library’s Director, the Programming Coordinator is responsible for leading the development of programming for all ages, with an emphasis on young adults (12-18) and adults (18+). This includes collaboratively developing long-term programming plans and evaluation. With the library’s mission and values in mind, the Programming Coordinator also selects books, media, and other materials for the Young Adult collection.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Creates, implements, and maintains programs and services for people of all ages, with an emphasis on young adults and adults, including establishing goals and priorities for general programming.
• Cultivate online and print collections for young adults, develop a long-term collection development plan for the Young Adult collection, assist Children’s Services with other children’s collections as needed.
• Carry-out unique outreach to children and young adults in collaboration with our Marketing Coordinator, schools, parent groups, and local organizations.
• Promote collections, programs, and services in collaboration with out Markeing Coordinator.
• Lead the planning and programming of our biannual reading challenges.
• Assists with existing children’s and family programming when needed (eg., storytime, bi-lingual storytime, STEM programming).
• Keeps informed of trends in literature and issues in library services and programming through professional development such as workshops, conferences, or online classes; be willing to travel to conferences and workshops (in-state and national).
• Solicit feedback from patrons to develop activities and programming that best meet their needs.
• Perform operational functions of the library such as circulation and reference services, shelving & shelf reading.
• Develop and promote the usage of our new Creation Station.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Not applicable

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

As a reflection of the value we place on the contributions of our employees, Lake County offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. To review the complete benefits guide, please reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail]. The benefits guide provides full details on the Lake County Government's benefit offerings, which include:

• Employer-Sponsored Medical and Dental Insurance Plans
• 100% Employer Paid Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• 401(a) and 457(b) Employer Matched Contributions Retirement Plans
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on concerts, major sporting events, electronics, travel, cars and more!

Lake County is also proud to offer paid sick time off and flexible work schedules for ourpart-timeemployees.

Benefits will start on the 1st of the month following a new employee's hire date. For example, if an employee's first day is April 4th, their benefits will begin on May 1st.

Additional Info & Requirements

Requirements

• Experience with program planning.
• Experience working with children and/or young adult.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
  • Skills and knowledge
    • Computer Technology: Understands current computer technology and software (MS Office, Google Worskspace, etc).
    • Teaching and demonstrating technology programs and software to patrons of all ages.
    • Has a general understanding of different book formats currently available (ebooks, audio books, etc).
    • Ability to provide excellent customer service.
    • Possesses excellent listening skills and responds calmly to stressful situations.
    • Able to operate with minimum supervision and work independently as well as cooperatively in a team environment.
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Ability to concentrate on and complete tasks in the presence of distractions and interruptions.
    • Skills in design software such as programs in the Adobe Creative Suite (preferred not required).
• Travel to conferences or events within and outside of the state of Colorado may be required.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

The Community

Tucked in the heart of the Rockies, Leadville is the highest incorporated town (10,152 feet!) in the continental United States. Its natural beauty offers access to outdoor recreation all year around - from backcounty skiing and groomed Nordic skiing trails to miles of hiking trails and lake or river fishing.