OUTREACH SPECIALIST - RFT
About The Position
The St Louis Public Library is seeking an Outreach Specialist to provide digital and information literacy to Seniors as well as help to run the Library’s Excel Adult Online High School program. The person in this role will be part of a flexible and patient team of staff who are committed to delivering library services to residential senior living facilities, senior community centers and adult day care facilities. Your role on the team is to engage seniors by helping them become proficient users of current mobile and digital technologies while also helping them explore the Library’s digital resources. The Library’s scholarship-based Excel Adult Online High School program provides the opportunity for people to earn a high school diploma. The Outreach Specialist is instrumental in promoting and running the program. Our ideal candidate is someone who would enjoy working with the Senior population to facilitate lifelong learning, has strong digital skills to share, and shares a passion for promoting literacy in all its forms.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university; or two years related library, teaching or equivalent experience.
- Strong communication, writing, and speaking skills.
- Personal vehicle for outreach use.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree with experience in literacy training and/or adult education preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide digital literacy services to the senior population at outreach locations
- Participate in community outreach events to promote the library and increase knowledge and understanding of the Library’s services and resources
- Assist with the implementation of Excel Online High School, including processing applications, responding to inquiries, interviewing applicants, awarding scholarships, monitoring progress, and promoting the program
- Develop and implement enrichment and literacy programs at outreach locations
- Represent the Library at monthly Literacy Roundtable meetings and contribute to regular team discussions regarding Library services, customer assistance, and other topics
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and life insurance
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
- Pension plan through the Employees Retirement System of the City of St. Louis
- Partial tuition reimbursement for approved courses
- Professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
