Programming Coordinator

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• Programming Coordinator Department: Library Reports To: Library Director Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Compensation Range: $23 - $25/hour Benefits: Employee Benefits | Lake County, CO **Open until filled** Position Summary 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.
• General Duties and Responsibilities 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 schools, parent groups, and local organizations.
• Promote collections, programs, and services in collaboration with our Marketing Coordinator.
• Lead the planning and programming of our biannual reading challenges.
• Assists with existing children’s and family programming when needed (e.g., story time, bilingual story time, 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 Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or relevant experience preferred.
• Experience with program planning.
• Experience working with children and/or young adults.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends.

Computer Technology:

• Understands current computer technology and software (MS Office, Google Workspace, 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.
• Hazard Notice Not applicable Physical Activity & Work Environment Ability to work indoors in an office environment with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to see close up and far away, with or without glasses or contacts.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement, hot, or cold weather as required by attendance of County events or local emergencies.
• EOE Statement Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
• Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
• Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.
• Notice of Work Authorization Requirement Appl icants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States.
• Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
• 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, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Expected Duration of the Application Process Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire.
• Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process.
• The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors.
• Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.
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