Youth Programming Coordinator

Salary: $22.84 Hourly
Location : Alamance County, NC
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 202400034
Department: Library
Opening Date: 02/19/2024
Closing Date: 3/10/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Purpose
Within this role the candidate will promote ACPL's values and mission while following established policies and procedures. The purpose of this position is to serve the informational, reference and reading needs to library patrons of all ages at ACPL and will be expected to perform any and all routine tasks necessary to the operation of the library system. This position works under the supervision of the Community Engagement Librarian. This position is a full-time, 40 hours per week, benefitted position. While most hours are Monday - Friday, monthly weekend or evening hours are required. This position will be scheduled to work at other library branches throughout Alamance County on a regular basis.
The best candidate will possess a strong commitment to provide customer-focused service for a positive library experience and to relate tactfully and courteously with a wide range of diverse patrons and community members.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions of the Job/Responsibilities

• Work with staff to plan, organize & implement appropriate Youth Programming
• Plan and present engaging and age-appropriate summer learning programming
• Responsible for purchasing youth collection items in coordination with the Collection Development Librarian
• Assist, cultivate and maintain partnerships with local schools, childcare providers and other youth related organizations to promote reading and digital literacy
• Assist with the library's community engagement efforts
• Identify library & literacy outreach opportunities and stay informed of activities and services for children and families within the community
• Increase skills and knowledge through professional reading workshops and webinars
• Regular public service duties include staffing all service desks
• Troubleshoot minor technology related issues, keeping management aware of issues

Additional Examples of Work Performed

• Attends conferences, workshops and reads professional literature to stay informed on issues related to children's library services and creative learning opportunities
• Manage ACPL social media accounts
• Take initiative in developing solutions to perceived issues and present plans to supervisors
• Participate in Outreach events as needed
• Driving the BookMARK or personal vehicle to outreach events
• Other duties as assigned

Position Specific Examples/Requirements of the Job

• Maintain safe driving record and report vehicle problems or accidents to supervisory staff
• Must be at least 21 years of age per insurance guidelines
• May be required to submit to random drug testing

Qualifications
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Concentration - Ability to concentrate on tasks through many distractions.
• Cooperation - Ability to accept supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Judgment - Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to interpreting policies and procedures.
• Leadership - Ability to lead and foster professional growth in individuals that can contribute to superior performance.
• Multi-tasker - Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with guests and co-workers.
• Reliability - Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines.
• Safety-Minded - Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Skills & Abilities
Education & Experience

• MLIS
  1. Or some college with 2 to 3 years of library experience working in a children's programming role is required
• Experience working with children in a formal setting is required
• Flexibility in scheduling is required
• Ability to think quickly, handle interruptions, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations with children and their adults is preferred
• Ability to equally engage with children of all abilities and backgrounds with a patient, enthusiastic, and genuine demeanor is required
• Ability to work with individuals of diverse populations with respect and equitable service is required
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication is required
• Ability to speak Spanish is preferred

Computer Skills

• Prior experience with Microsoft Windows and Office applications, basic internet searching and social media experience is required
• Ability to learn library technology is required

License/Credentials

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License is required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)
Physical Demands
Stand F
Walk F
Sit F
Manually Manipulate O
Reach Outward F
Reach Above Shoulder F
Climb O
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel O
Bend O
Talk/Hear C
See C
Taste/Smell N
Lift/Carry
10 lbs. or less O
11-20 lbs. O
21-50 lbs. O
51-100 lbs. O
Over 100 lbs. O
Push/Pull
12 lbs. or less O
13-25 lbs. O
26-40 lbs. O
41-100 lbs. O
Other Physical Requirements
• Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an open office environment.
Health Insurance - Part-time employees are eligible for medical/health (Cigna Insurance) benefits upon the 1st of the month following the 30-day waiting period. Changes to elections can then be made during the annual open enrollment period, usually in the fall, or within 30 days of a qualified life event (marriage, divorce, birth or adoption of a child, change in child's dependent status, death of a spouse or other dependent and other change in employment status). Part-time insurance rates are structured based on hours worked.
Alamance County Government currently offers three plans of medical/pharmacy benefit options including a COPAY Plan 70, COPAY Plan 80 and a QHDHP with HSA.
Dental & Vision Insurance - A voluntary dental (Delta Dental) and vision program (Superior Vision) is available to PT employees. The current PPO style plan allows employees to be provided access to dental and vision providers for a variety of services. The plan, if elected, would be effective the first of the month following 30 days of PT employment. Coverage must be elected within your first 30 days of PT employment or upon a qualifying event.
Retirement Benefits - Membership in the NC Local Government Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS) is a requirement for all full-time and regular part-time employees (working more than 1,000 hours annually). Employees contribute six percent (6%) of their annual compensation before it is taxed. If you leave the County service before retirement, you may withdraw your retirement contributions or elect to freeze your contributions in anticipation of future local government employment. If you have at least five (5) years of service, you are considered 100% vested in NCLGERS. Alamance County will be contributing a percentage as required by NCLEGRS on your behalf as well.
Voluntary Benefits: Alamance County Government provides a variety of voluntary health related benefits to allow employees to purchase protection from what life may bring. A sampling of voluntary benefits includes Flexible Spending Accounts with dependent care opportunities, Health Saving Account with an employer contribution, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Cancer Protection Plan, Group Critical Care Insurance and more.
Wellness Benefits & Programming:
Employee Assistance Counseling Program: There are times when everyone needs a little help or advice. The confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through a local provider can help you with things like stress, anxiety, depression, chemical dependency, relationship issues, legal issues, parenting questions, financial counseling and dependent care resources. Best of all it's free for County employees and available for your household to utilize. Utilization of the EAP is completely confidential and participation isn't recorded.
Help is available 24/7/365 by telephone.
Alamance County Employee Health Center operated by Everside Health: Available to employees and their covered dependents ages 2 and older. Retired employees under age 65 are also eligible to use the clinic. Depending on insurance coverage elected, care at the clinic ranges from free to a fair market value cost.
Services Available:
Treatment of injuries or illnesses such as Flu, Sinus Infection, pink eye, sprains, strains or fever.
Monitor chronic conditions (Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Health Disease, Asthma, etc...)
Assistance with finding a Primary Care Provider
Health Education and Counseling
Triage and referrals to specialists when appropriate.
Employee Fitness Center:
Alamance County encourages all employees to maintain a healthy lifestyle both at home and at work. In support of this philosophy an Employee Fitness Center is available for all County employees to use at their convenience during non-work hours and is open 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday-Sunday. This center includes weight training equipment, cardio equipment, a small aerobics room along with restrooms, changing room and lockers.
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Please tell us any special requirements you may have as this position will require scheduling flexibility. While most hours are Monday - Friday, monthly weekend or evening hours are required. This position will be scheduled to work at other library branches throughout Alamance County on a regular basis.
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What is attractive and appealing about working within the public libraries systems? How does this position fit into your overall career goals?
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Children's Services includes birth to age 18. What age groups (preschool ages 0-5), elementary grades K-5), or middle school (grades 6 and up) are you most comfortable with or prefer to work with and why? What is your experience with these age groups?
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Tell us about a time when you needed to work cooperatively with someone that did not share the same ideas and values as yourself. What happened in the situation and what was the outcome?
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