Job Opportunities

Library Program Coordinator – Part Time

Rushford Free Library, Rushford

Assist with planning and coordination of programs and related activities sponsored by the library. Monitor implementation of program policies and practices. Work to keep programs on schedule, functioning smoothly and within stated budgets. Support program growth and development in cooperation with library staff, trustees, and community volunteers.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Supervises programming activities in consultation with the Program Committee and library staff.
2. Plans, coordinates, and oversees implementation of library programming, including special events, author visits, system-wide events, and receptions. Ensures that programs adhere to library policy and respond to community needs.
3. Works to promote effective communication with community groups, organizations and individuals.
4. Partners with library staff to manage the overall event calendar and scheduling of program events and coordinates publicity with the Promotion Committee.
5. Proofreads and edits programming documents to ensure the overall accuracy, style, and consistency of promotion materials, press releases, and other public communication of library programs and events.

Proficiencies

• Computer literacy: internet research, common office application software
• Familiarity with a variety of office equipment (fax, printers, photocopiers)

Acceptable Experience and Training

An Associate degree or equivalent from a community college, four-year college or university of recognized standing

OR

Equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required skills, knowledge, and competencies.

Hours

Part-time: Normally, from 15 hours per month to no more than 30 hours per month, with an option for the RFL Board to approve additional hours for peak programming seasons. Work schedule is directly tied to programming, so hours are flexible, with expectation of evening and weekend work.

Salary

To be determined by the Board of Trustees and commensurate with educational background and experience

Applications

A letter of interest, a resume and contact information for three references should be emailed no later than Tuesday, October 11, 2022 to Linda Woolsey, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees for the Rushford Free Library, at Linda.Mills.Woolsey@houghton.edu.

Complete job description: Rushford Program Coordinator

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