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The City of Lebanon is looking for an experienced professional to join the Library Department as an Outreach Librarian. The Outreach and Programming Public Librarian plays a crucial role in connecting the library with its community, promoting engagement, and fostering a dynamic and inclusive library experience. This position seamlessly integrates traditional librarian duties with a strong focus on outreach initiatives, diverse program development, marketing efforts, volunteer management, and the supervision of long-term programming contractors. Moreover, the Librarian assumes the critical responsibility of managing a budget, ensuring meticulous resource allocation for optimal impact and sustainability. As a key member of the management team, this role actively contributes to policy design and contributes to strategic planning for the library. This instrumental role fosters a vibrant library community by connecting with diverse populations, creating engaging programs, and ensuring the library remains a central hub for learning, creativity, and community interaction.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Community Engagement:
- a. Establish and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, schools, and local businesses to enhance the library's presence in the community.
b. Collaborate with community leaders to identify needs and interests, ensuring library programs and services align with community priorities.
2. Program Development:
- a. Design and implement a variety of innovative, educational, and entertaining programs for all age groups, considering the diverse interests and demographics of the community.
b. Conduct regular needs assessments to identify gaps in programming and develop strategies to address those gaps.
3. Outreach Initiatives:
- a. Actively engage in outreach efforts to promote library resources and services to underserved populations, including but not limited to schools, senior centers, public housing, and community events.
b. Develop and implement strategies to reach non-traditional library users and increase library usage among diverse communities.
4. Collaboration and Partnerships:
- a. Collaborate with local schools, public housing organizations, community centers, and other organizations to develop joint programs and initiatives that benefit both the library and its partners.
b. Build and maintain partnerships with local artists, authors, and experts to bring unique and enriching experiences to library patrons.
5. Management and Policy Development
- a. Directly collaborate with other library leadership to shape vital policy, hiring, and budget recommendations for the board of trustees.
b. Drive the development of long-term strategic goals, essential programs, and structural enhancements critical for library advancement.
6. Volunteer Management:
- a. Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers, including a Teen Advisory Board, to assist with library programs and events.
b. Foster a positive and inclusive volunteer environment, recognizing the contributions of volunteers to the library's success.
7. Long-term Programming Contractors:
- a. Identify and contract with external vendors or specialists for long-term programs, ensuring contractual agreements are met.
b. Collaborate with contractors to align their services with the library's goals and the community's needs.
8. Supervise library interns:
- a. Develop and design paid and unpaid library internship programs focused on youth education and work experience for teens in the community.
b. Providing guidance and mentorship to support their professional development and contributions to library operations.
9. Technology Integration:
- a. Utilize technology and media platforms to promote library programs, events, and resources, ensuring effective communication with the community.
b. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends to enhance the library's digital presence and outreach efforts.
10. Data Collection and Evaluation:
- a. Collect and analyze data related to program attendance, community engagement, and outreach efforts to assess the impact of library services.
b. Use data-driven insights to continuously improve and adapt programming to meet the evolving needs of the community.
11. Marketing and Promotion:
- a. Develop and implement marketing strategies to effectively promote library programs, services, and events.
b. Create promotional materials, including flyers, newsletters, and media content, to attract a diverse audience.
12. Budget Management for Programs and Outreach:
- a. Responsible for managing a substantial budget dedicated to diverse and engaging programming for children, teens, and adults.
b. Strategically allocate resources to ensure the success and sustainability of library programs, events, and outreach initiatives.
13. Professional Development:
- a. Stay informed about trends and best practices in library outreach and programming through ongoing professional development activities.
b. Lead training initiatives for library staff, focusing on professional development in programming, outreach, and community engagement.
14. Community-Centric Space Development
- a. Collaborating with community members to create welcoming library spaces that prioritize accessibility and comfort, informed by data and community input.
b. Ensuring library spaces reflect diverse perspectives, fostering genuine cultural exchange, and maintaining unwavering inclusivity standards.
15. Service Desk Duties:
- a. Perform general circulation program functions, such as registering new patrons; filling out patron requests and searching the database for requested materials; reserving and holding materials for patrons; receiving materials; and notifying patrons that requested materials are being held on reserve.
b. Assist patrons with computer questions or make referrals for complex requests.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s of Library and Information Science required
Experience working in a public library is preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Remain Stationary: up to 2/3
Move: up to 1/3
Communicate: up to 2/3
Operate: up to 1/3
Ascend/Descend: rarely
Position Self: rarely
Reach: up to 1/3
Distinguish: up to 2/3
Vibration: none
- Move up to 10 pounds: frequently
Move up to 30 pounds: occasionally
Move up to 60 pounds: rarely
Move up to 100 pounds: none
Move more than 100 pounds: none
Summary of Occupational Exposures
- Outdoor weather conditions: none
Work in high, precarious places: none
Work with toxic or caustic chemicals: none
Fumes or airborne particles: none
Extremes of heat/cold (not related to weather): none
Work near moving mechanical parts: none
Risk of radiation: none
Hours of Work:
This position is 25 hours a week.
Join us at the City of Lebanon and discover a place where your career can flourish while you enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Apply today and be part of a team that values your skills, passions, and well-being. Your future starts here!
Exempt : No
Type : PT Employee
Department : Library
Location : Lebanon, NH
