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Community Relations and Programming Librarian

Jessamine County Public Library

Position Description

Full-time

weekdays, weeknights, weekends

Vacation Leave, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement, Health Insurance

-Work with Adult Services Librarian to evaluate and develop outreach opportunities and to promote community awareness of library services and programs through planning and communication with media, area organizations and local businesses

-Evaluate effectiveness of library-community partnerships in light of specific project goals and the library's strategic plan

-Work closely with Adult Services Librarian and programming team to plan and implement special programming and coordinate participation in community events Plan,

-implement and host adult programming on and off-site

-Compile monthly reports on programs and activities;

-maintain and report statistics

-Function as an integral member of programming team

-Keep informed of local developments and activities through the local press and maintain contact with as many community and business groups as possible

-Establish relationships with other area programmers;

-actively pursue increased awareness in the field of adult programming

- Attend library conferences and workshops which relate to duties as authorized or recommended by Adult Services Librarian Perform related duties as assigned

-MLS required Experience developing community partnerships and programming for adults highly desirable

-Must have initiative, energy and imagination necessary to perform job functions with a minimum of direction, as well as a clear understanding of the mission of JCPL and a forward thinking vision regarding JCPL's vital role in the community

-Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including the ability to decipher and relay detailed information

-Ability to develop, implement, oversee, and evaluate effective library partnership programs throughout the community

-Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with business and community groups as well as media representatives, staff and the general public

-Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

-Must have valid driver's license and excellent driving record

How to Apply

Submit letter of application, resume and application form via email, USPS or fax. The JCPL empolyment application form may be downloaded from the library website: www.jesspublib.org

An application must be completed and returned to the library in order to to be considered for this position.

Until Filled

Contact Information

Contact Person:

Sara King, Adult Services Librarian

(859) 885-3523

(859) 885-5164

sking@jesspublib.org

http://www.jesspublib.org