Adult Services Programming Coordinator

Full Time Non-Exempt: 37.50 hours per week including evenings and weekends as needed.

Deerfield Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic Adult Services Programming Coordinator to provide successful library programs to our community. Responsibilities include public desk duties, identifying community-relevant programs, scheduling, coordinating, promoting events, managing the adult programming budget, and providing excellent customer service to patrons and employees.

Benefits:

• $26-$29/hour, payment bi-weekly + full benefits package
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Participation in the IMRF pension plan
• Retirement Savings Plan Options Deferred Compensation (457) and Roth IRA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace and Staff Yoga

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide excellent customer service to patrons and staff.
• Carry out public desk duties, providing exemplary reference, readers/viewers/listeners advisory and computer assistance.
• Identify programs of interest to our community, in the areas of the arts, history, travel, music, and other categories.
• Contract with performers/presenters, promote, budget, and host library programs.
• Maintain program records, including correspondence, contracts, check requests, tax documents, receipts, and program attendance. 
• Submit content for quarterly library newsletter, and coordinate desired media announcements and signage for all events with the Community and Outreach Manager and Communications Coordinator.
• Support and promote the Library at community events such as Community Day, National Library Week, etc. and assist with public relations promotions and events.
• Plan a yearly Adult Reading Program, including coordinating the theme, displays, reading logs, prizes, and promotional materials.
• Be present for, or arrange for a host, for all programs as scheduled.
• Collaborate with other Library departments on larger programming initiatives.
• Create and maintain programming partnerships with community-based organizations.
• Prepare monthly statistics, summarize surveys and evaluations, and write reports as requested or needed.
• Provide for timely and accurate communication with staff members, managers, and the Library Director by coordinating regular meetings and providing clear communications
• Participate in professional groups, listservs, and other opportunities for networking.
• Demonstrate good judgment in the interpretation of Library and departmental policies.
• Actively seek and utilize feedback, ideas and recommendations from staff, patrons, community members and others regarding Adult Programming.
• Perform all work in a safe and courteous manner, including during emergencies.
• Serve as Person In Charge as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 3 years of experience in a public library setting is required.
• Familiarity with current and emerging trends in adult library programming.
• Appreciation for diversity and a commitment to inclusion, with the ability to engage with diverse populations across all age groups.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to address large groups clearly.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite, social media and various technologies such as e-readers and e-resource platforms like Overdrive, Hoopla, and Kanopy.

EEO Statement:

• The Deerfield Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.