What are the responsibilities and job description for the Branch Adult Programmer position at Saline County Library?
Summary:
The Adult Programmer is responsible for planning and implementing quality adult programming and assisting patrons through a wide variety of library resources.
Qualifications:
High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred. Two years of experience in a public service setting required; public library experience preferred. Valid Arkansas driver’s license. Must obtain notary public and passport certification within the first 90 days of employment. Must be organized, friendly, self-motivated, and committed to providing excellent public library programs and services.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Solid understanding of library policies and procedures.
- General knowledge of event planning best practices
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Computer fluency and willingness to learn new technologies
- Ability to effectively plan, administer, and evaluate events and programs
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and Saturdays
- Position requires walking and standing for long periods. Requires light lifting and carrying of up to 40 pounds
- Must like working with people of all ages.
- Maintains professional relationships with co-workers and supervisor while utilizing excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Offers diverse passive and live programming to meet the wide range of needs and interests of adult patrons, going beyond the programmer’s own interests.
- Responsible for every aspect of program and event execution, including planning, organizing, supply ordering, promotion, setup, instruction, cleanup, and evaluation.
- Continuously researches new program and event ideas to keep programming fresh and exciting.
- Staff the public desk and answer phones.
- Provides reference assistance by answering a variety of questions, including technology and computer help, reader’s advisory services, and general research.
- Special duties such as Homebound Deliveries, Outreach programming for adults of all abilities, and/or interlibrary loan fulfillment could be assigned to this position.
- Works as an effective team member to further the shared goals of the Adult Services Department and library.
- Coordinates with managers to schedule staff assistance for events when necessary.
- Other duties as assigned
Salary : $18