Youth Services Programming Coordinator

Location Name: Library Administration

County: Lee

Region: Southwest Florida

Address: 2201 Second Street, Suite 400City: Fort MyersZipcode: 33901

ALA accredited Masters required: No

Lee County seeks a Youth Services Programming Coordinator to provide system-wide leadership for the youth and teen programming efforts of the 13-branch library system. This role serves on the library’s administrative team to provide back-of-house support to the various library locations.  The ideal candidate will have a passion for public service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with others in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include overseeing youth programming and outreach, coordinating the annual Summer Reading Program and other system-wide initiatives, assisting with large-scale events, and developing and maintaining relationships with schools and other organizations that serve area youth.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate system-wide youth services and young adult programming.
• Conduct system-wide youth services and young adult programming meetings.
• Assist with planning and publicizing the Summer Reading Program and facilitate branch summer events and activities for youth and teens.
• Monitor and assure consistency and quality of branch programming to youth and teens.
• Work with community partners and other county departments on programming initiatives.
• Assist in the development of the system-wide programming budget.
• Coordinate the activities of multiple staff members and volunteers at large-scale events.
• Write programming grants and ensure completion of grant and statistical reports.
• Review and approve publicity related to programs and events.
• Oversee preparation of performer agreements and other program-related documents.
• Oversee the purchase of programming supplies and resources.
• Prepare, plan, and present outreach and in-house programs, as needed.
• Collaborate with the Programming and Outreach team on youth activities and adult programming, as needed.
• Operate County vehicles when visiting offsite locations for programming, events, outreach, and storage.
• Provide prompt, courteous customer service to library staff members and patrons of diverse ages and backgrounds.

Education/Qualifications:

Education, Experience, Licensing

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in Library or Information Science or a closely related field from an accredited graduate library school program.
• Requires two years of library, customer service, or closely related experience.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• A Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an accredited graduate library school program.
• Four years of related library experience, including one to two years of supervisory experience.
• Experience and/or education related to children's and teen literature and programming.

Supplemental Information

_Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:    _

• Knowledge of current professional public library principles, methods, and practices; relevant computer applications, and literature for various ages and interests; and the ability to supervise and direct the work of others.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing and relate positively to a diverse population.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

_Additional Information:  _

• This position is assigned to Library Administration, a standalone office environment supporting the 13 library branches.
• This position requires 80 hours bi-weekly; hours and days will vary to include evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays.
• The County may require employees to make a temporary, or long-term, permanent transfer to another library location to accommodate the organization's business needs.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:  All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an Emergency as needed. During an Emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Multilingual Skills Required: No

Contact Person: Human Resources

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 239-533-2245

How to Apply / Instructions:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty