Program Specialist (Juvenile focus- School age and Family)

Marion Co Public Library•Indianapolis, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited direction, the Program Specialist exercises interpersonal skills to initiate partnerships that lead to the development, implementation, administration and the evaluation of system-wide programs and events which motivate reading, promote community literacy, and increase the use of Library materials, information resources and services; increases the presence of library service for adults, teens and children throughout the community including schools, businesses, government, daycares and other childcare institutions as well as coordinate the development, production and delivery of new, innovative immigrant outreach services and programs; serves as a liaison between Library departments, The Library Foundation, and other community organizations and businesses that are partners or sponsors of system-wide programs. The Program Specialist specific duties and assignments will vary based on annual programming goals and opportunities.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in specific priority area
Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Exhibit and display knowledge and installation experience is helpful for development of theme-related programs
Customer service experience and experience with large scale program implementation and design is preferred
Bilingual (preferred but not required)

Responsibilities

Responsible for the evaluation of current initiatives designed for adults, teen, children or other designated area; assists in the training of all staff members.
Accountable for an operational program budget and for the responsible spending and accountability of The Library Foundation Grant money allocated for program use.
Responsible for keeping up-to-date on the issues affecting the community and using that information to develop new programs, improve existing programs and inform all staff of the latest findings.
Provides direction on translation and interpretation needs for library system, departments and branches.
Responsible for developing successful initiatives which meet the needs of the partner, the desires of the community and fulfills the Library’s mission.
Serves as an ambassador of the Public Library at community events, during negotiations and development of programs and in all interactions with the public. Maintains a positive relationship with community partners.
Stays abreast of demographic, legislative, and community organizational changes with the potential to impact library programs and service priorities, ensures programs remain relevant and communicates changes to necessary library staff members.
Cultivates partnerships with community organizations, government entities and educational institutions.
Responsible for accurately calculating and preparing statistical information and reports regarding departmental activities.
Able to work the normally scheduled work time for this position.
Able to cope with daily job-related stress.