Substitute Children's Program Coordinator - Spanish Fork

LIBRARY PROGRAM COORDINATOR · DEPARTMENT: · LIBRARY · JOB CLASSIFICATION: · PART TIME · SAFETY SENSITIVE: · NO · PAY GRADE: · PT4 · PAY GRADES LINK · Mission · We strive to build and maintain a vibrant city through personable community · interactions and innovative library servic ...

Job description

LIBRARY PROGRAM COORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT:

LIBRARY

JOB CLASSIFICATION:

PART TIME

SAFETY SENSITIVE:
NO


PAY GRADE:
PT4


PAY GRADES LINK
Mission

We strive to build and maintain a vibrant city through personable community

interactions and innovative library services.

General Purpose

Working under the supervision of a Program & Outreach Librarian, this position is

assigned to prepare and present programs to a specific age group (Children: 0-7;

Tween: 8-12; Teen: 13-18; Adults: 19+). This position also provides staff support for

general, routine clerk duties as needed to assist delivery of public library services for

the City.

Essential Functions

Program Coordination - Children & Tweens

Prepares and presents programs to a variety of age groups, planning around

themes and applying literacy concepts;

Must be able to entertain an audience by singing, reading or telling stories,

perform dramatic presentations which may include costumes or dance

movements, use of puppets, or other props;

Communicates with parents or caregivers to discuss and answer questions

regarding literacy skills and children's developmental stages;

May use graphic-design tools to create advertisements for the division;

Program Coordination - Teens & Adults

Prepares and presents programs for teens and adults that build peer

relationships, promote reading and library services, and learn new skills;

Uses graphic design tools to create advertisements and social media posts to

promote programs and services;

Uses and assists teens with their use of various forms of technology, including

computers (Windows and MacOS), VR, video-game consoles, projectors,

audio-recording equipment, and printers;

Creates resource guides and booklists related to teen and adult services and

literature;

Works with other division staff to plan and host four seasonal events annually

and one special event each month;

May coordinate with community partners, including school libraries, other

government agencies and departments, businesses, and non-profits;

Communicates with teens, parents, caregivers, and adults regarding library

services, programs, and policies;


Schedule:
Teen Program Coordinators work primarily afternoons and

evenings and at least one Saturday per month. Adult Program Coordinators

work both days and evenings, and at least one Saturday per month.

Clerk

Attends patron services desks;
Greets patrons and assists with requests;
Instructs patrons on library policies and procedures;
Assists patrons in locating books and material and providing reference

services;

Collects fines and fees from patrons;
Checks out library materials;
Monitors their assigned area of the library, including organizing and tidying

up public spaces and shelved materials, and addressing behavioral issues;

Provides basic assistance to patrons using public computers, printers, and

copiers;

Locates items that are on hold;
Sets up and maintains displays;

General Responsibilities

Performs a variety of general clerical and office duties;
Operates computer for word and information processing;
Maintains records and files;
Performs related duties as required;
Other duties as assigned;
May be trained to assist with responsibilities in other divisions as needed;

Schedule:
This position is required to work at least one evening each week

and at least one Saturday per month;

Position Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent is required;
Previous program planning and performance experience and/or experience

working with children or teens;

For Children's Program Coordinators, musical experience (including ability to

play a musical instrument) is preferable;

Ability to interact with the public, communicate well with parents and

caregivers, and enjoy working with children or teens; understand children &

teen developmental stages;

Knowledge of library methods, practices, and procedures; Dewey Decimal

system;

Ability to perform general clerical functions quickly and accurately;
Understand and follow written and oral instructions and work independently

in carrying out work assignments;

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees;
Exhibit excellent customer service when working with patrons of all ages;
Operate various computers, office machines and equipment;
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality requirements for this

position;

Must abide by all City and Library policies and procedures;
Must work well with others and be a team player;
Ability to speak Spanish is preferred, though not required.

Physical Requirements

Performs duties that may include physical effort, such as pushing or pulling a

loaded book truck, lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, and walking.

Occasionally may lift/carry materials up to 40 pounds.
May sit or stand for long periods of time


Salary:
$ $19.04 per hour