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Program & Outreach Librarian - Teen & Adult Services

Program & Outreach Librarian - Teen & Adult Services

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MISSION

We strive to build and maintain a vibrant city through personable community interactions and innovative library services.

Effective Date

June 2025

PROGRAM & OUTREACH LIBRARIAN

June 2025 DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY

JOB CLASSIFICATION: FULL TIME

SAFETY SENSITIVE: NO

CELL PHONE STIPEND: LEVEL 2

TECHNET #1110

PAY GRADE: 6

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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 the Children's Services Manager or the Teen & Adult Services Manager, this position manages program planning and outreach service delivery for the division (Children's: Ages 0-12, Teen & Adult: 13-18, 19+). In addition, this individual may provide staff support for general, routine clerk duties as needed to assist delivery of public library services.

Essential Functions

Program Coordination & Outreach:

• Coordinates programs and outreach services for the division;
• Assists program coordinators with planning and executing programs;
• Develops and conducts specialty programs and coordinates with the other Program & Outreach Librarian on all-ages programs;
• Manages the division's program budget and makes budget recommendations to the division manager and Library Director;
• In partnership with the other Program & Outreach Librarian, oversees the promotion of library services and programs through social media, newsletters, emails, and displays;
• Collaborates with community partners for program and service delivery;
  
  

Management

• Supervises staff assigned to the Program & Outreach Team for the division;
• Hires, trains, makes assignments, evaluates performance, sets standards and goals, and makes recommendations regarding job status including advancement, retention and discipline;
• Manages staff schedules, including shift, program, and help-desk schedules;
• Serves as the shift lead for designated shifts;
  
  

Administration

• Analyzes professional and administrative problems and recommends solutions;
• Prepares reports and statistics pertaining to services and programs;
• Attends workshops, continuing education programs, conferences, and other professional training opportunities as budget permits;
• Assists with short- and long-term strategic planning for the department;
  
  

General Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of general clerical and office duties;
• Operates computers for word and information processing;
• May perform general duties related to the delivery of library services, as needed:
• Attend help desk;
• Greet patrons and assists with requests;
• Register patrons for library cards;
• Instruct patrons on library policies and procedures;
• Perform references services;
• Assist patrons in locating books and material;
• Collect fines and fees;
• Check in and out library materials;
• Set up and maintain displays;
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Position Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of library experience, or equivalent education and/or experience is required. A Masters of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) or Masters of Library Science (MLS) is preferred.
• Must complete the UPLIFT certification program through the Utah State Library in a timely manner if the individual does not have an MLS or MLIS degree.
  
  

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of library reference, circulation, cataloging and classification methods, practices, and procedures;
• Literature and literacy programs;
• Overall library objectives and goals;
• Ability to locate obscure and specialized materials from non-standard sources;
• Maintain and control fiscal aspects of library planning;
• Operate various computers, office machines, and equipment;
• Communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing;
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions and work independently in carrying out work assignments;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, subordinates, and patrons of all ages.
  
  

Other

• Must be available to work every third Saturday and at least one evening shift per week;
• Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality requirements;
• Must have a valid Utah Drivers License;
• Must abide by all City and Library policies and procedures;
  
  

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;
• Must have a valid Utah driver's license and be able to drive for job-related tasks.
  
  

Applicant will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test

Salary: $22.68 - $34.03 per hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Government Administration

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