Adult Program Coordinator

Cook Memorial Public Library District • Vernon Hills, IL

6h • $47,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Do you enjoy planning programs or events for adults? Do you have strong organizational skills? The Cook Memorial Public Library District is looking for a very detailed, enthusiastic, flexible, collaborative person to coordinate and plan adult programming for the Library District. Hours: · Full Time 37.5 hours per week. Daytime, evening and weekend hours required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• One or more years’ experience in adult program coordination or event planning. Experience in a public library or similar setting preferred.
• Must be able to work required hours, work at both Library locations and other offsite venues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Technology aptitude, including proficiency in MS Software products including Teams, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint and MS 365. Proficiency in running Zoom Webinar and Meeting platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a public library or similar setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and providing exciting, engaging, and enriching adult programs at both library locations.
• Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with community partners and library organizations in promoting library programs and services.
• Contributes programming-related content to the Communications Coordinator for the library newsletter.
• Oversees adult programming budget.
• Coordinates closely with other library staff, taking the lead to ensure a full slate of complementary programs and services.
• Exercises discretion and independent judgement when working Library programs and event.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits including IMRF pension, 457(b) plan, health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick, and scheduled holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Cost of living adjustments and merit increases.
• Our library team is built on a foundation of respect and appreciation for every staff member.
• An Equal Opportunity Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level