The HARDIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY has one job opening for a part-time Outreach Associate. The best candidate for this position will be an individual who is passionate about reaching individuals throughout Hardin County who have been unable to access our physical location, whether due to transportation, medical, or other limitations. Willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities include planning and presenting library programs to patrons in group settings, such as senior adults in senior living and activity centers, children and teachers in daycare facilities, students and teachers in both public and private schools, etc. This 20-hour-per-week position includes occasional Saturday work. Minimum requirements are a valid Kentucky driver’s license with a good driving history, relevant work experience and excellent communication skills. The applicant should be comfortable working and interacting with the general public and enjoy working with youth of all ages, the elderly, and those in special populations including at-risk youth, and those with disabilities. The applicant must be able to drive a large-sized vehicle.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must submit an application and resume to HCPL. Instructions can be found at the library website: hcpl.info

The successful applicant will be required to submit to a background check and drug/alcohol screening. Applications may be picked up at Hardin County Public Library, 100 Jim Owen Drive, Elizabethtown, KY, or on our website: hcpl.info

Responsibilities:

· Plan and present library programs and services to patrons in group settings, such as senior adults in senior living and activity centers, children and teachers in daycare facilities, students and teachers in both public and private schools, or other types of group settings. Provide library services for special populations in the community, such as at-risk children, adults with cognitive or developmental disabilities, or persons for whom English is a second language.

· Drive the outreach van to locations throughout the county on a pre-determined schedule to deliver book boxes and facilitate programming.

· Responsible for managing the HCPL North Book Locker.

· Keeps outreach vehicle clean and in good working condition. Schedules routine maintenance and needed repairs in a timely manner.

· Work cooperatively with other staff in providing services to bookmobile and outreach patrons.

· Maintain statistics for monthly and annual reports.

· Performs circulation desk duties if needed.

Experience and Education Requirements:

· High School Diploma or GED.

· Some college preferred.

· Valid Kentucky driver's license with excellent driving history.

· Must be able to operate a large-sized motor vehicle.

· Ability to learn and use the computerized circulation system.

Additional Information: Part-time position with hours up to 20 hours per week.

May require evening and weekend hours; requires flexible scheduling in order to meet programming and service goals; requires the ability to safely operate a large-sized vehicle; requires the ability to push, pull, lift, carry and otherwise move books, AV items, and equipment by hand, cart, and basket; requires the ability to climb, bend, reach above one's head, and stand for lengthy periods of time; requires strong computer skills for daily work with library resources and mobile technologies; must complete background check and have valid driver's license with good driving record.

The best candidate for this position displays positive communication and objectivity toward a widely diverse group of library customers, a willingness to solve problems, and a commitment to serve the library and the County's best interests. They must be neat in appearance and possess personal integrity. They must maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the position.

This job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $11.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you acknowledge that only candidates that submit an application and resume will be considered for the position? Instructions can be found on the HCPL website.

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person