Event Planner

County of Bullitt Library Board • Mount Washington, KY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for an energetic, self-motivated, problem solving, creative, and team-oriented librarian. This person will be responsible for initiating, planning, and conducting a variety of events and activities for a specific library location, to encourage the use of the library by specific audiences. Above all, the person in this position should present a positive image of the personality of the Library by making all people feel welcome and accepted at the Library.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• At least one year of library experience.
• Experience working with computers, databases, and search tools.
• Ability to obtain the appropriate level of certification through the Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Requires availability for extended hours as needed.
• Must possess people skills including the ability to: communicate effectively; express patience, friendliness, and courteousness; and, a desire to help others.
• Skills in public speaking and crowd control.
• Ability to share information effectively with groups.
• Basic public-facing desk and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to read and write, including by hand or typing.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral expression.
• Ability to work both independently and with staff in a team environment.
• Ability to use extensive workplace and other technology including email, internet, databases, social media, and other software.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and integrate them into programming, marketing, and outreach.
• Ability to be innovative, flexible, and well organized.
• Possession of excellent critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Some college preferred.
• The ability or desire to learn how to select print and media materials for readers' advisory.

Responsibilities

• Communicating effectively, courteously, and tactfully with the public and co-workers.
• Promoting the Library, both internally and externally, using marketing techniques that appeal to the identified target audience.
• Assisting in the provision, preparation, promotion, and implementation of the library's annual summer reading event.
• Assisting with the selection of library materials for the identified target audience.
• Participating in professional development to keep abreast of trends, practices, and continued growth and innovation in library services and events.
• Assisting patrons with questions in person, via telephone, and electronic mail.
• Offering and assisting in performing essential duties of another programming/outreach staff when the need arises.
• Keeping accurate statistics according to established library procedures.
• Assisting with clerical duties when assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED