Programming Specialist

Las Vegas-Clark County Library District•Las Vegas, NV

23h•$29 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is hiring a Programming Specialist to support community partnership development and programming in the Historic West Las Vegas community. This forward-facing role involves regular in-person engagement with local organizations and community leaders to strengthen existing partnerships and support the development of new, innovative partnerships and professional networks that celebrate and elevate the Historic Westside’s unique heritage. The Programming Specialist works collaboratively to plan and implement a diverse range of culturally relevant programs that ensure Library District services are meaningfully integrated into the community. The West Las Vegas Library is located at 1861 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89106. GENERAL SUMMARY Under the general supervision of the Adult Programming Supervisor or Performing Arts Center Coordinator, this position is primarily responsible for planning, developing and implementing programs, special events, and exhibits, building programming partnerships with the community, and for the oversight of room usage of assigned venues.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalency.
Additionally, two (2) years of college level coursework in Fine Arts, Humanities, or a related field or two (2) years of work experience some of which includes scheduling, communication, presenting for audiences, or experience working with audiovisual/theatrical equipment.
Or, an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Nevada Driver’s License at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Supports the overall mission of the Library District by providing exceptional internal and external customer service to promote a positive library experience.
Maximizes the use of assigned venues.
Reviews Programming Partnership Applications. Suggests approval/denial to Library District administration.
Coordinates and schedules the public use of meeting rooms, conference rooms, and special event locations.
Supervises assigned staff in the successful operation of assigned venues including hiring, training, scheduling, working with staff to correct deficiencies, disciplining, and completing monthly, quarterly, and/or annual performance evaluations.
Interprets and discusses Library District policies with potential and current customers, Library District staff, and Library District management.
Assists the public as needed to use library venues and services. Addresses customer inquiries both on- and off-site by conducting meetings and tour facilities.
Approves online customer facility use requests of meeting rooms.
Prepares monthly reports, venue occupancy studies, facility usage schedule, and quarterly calendar information.
Prepares and completes a variety of forms, documents, and other paper work.
Maintains venue and department record keeping, filing systems, and a variety of statistical records.
Interacts extensively, in person, over the telephone, and via e-mail with customer groups, District-wide staff and management, outside agencies, vendors, and the general public.
Works cooperatively with other approved Library District staff to open and close facilities and maintains security of building access codes and keys.
Provides orientation to customers and explains the proper use of facility and equipment.
Troubleshoots minor audio-visual, lighting, and audio equipment issues.
Generates correspondence, memos, contracts, and other materials appropriate to the Programming and Venues Department.
Creates and sets up displays that enhance library programs, events and other offerings.
Cleans up after programs when necessary.
Completes funding requests and professional services invoices.
Attends or conducts department and other miscellaneous meetings at sites throughout the Library District.
Performs planning, development, and implementation for the successful coordination of programs, activities, and services at one and occasionally multiple venues throughout the Library District.
Promotes cultural awareness and encourages greater patronage of the Library District and Library District venues.
Maintains a safe environment for both customers and staff.
Updates content on the Library District website for upcoming Programming and Venues Services programs.
Plans, prepares, and executes community events to promote the Library District.
Builds and sustains relationships with Library District community partners.
Participates and contributes as an active member of a working team to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the Programming and Venues Services department.
Perform any other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.