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Library Assistant II Community Engagement

2 months ago

Jackson, United States Jackson District Library Full time
Description

August 19, 2024

Library Assistant II

Community Engagement

Full Time

You belong at JDL Our organization is dedicated to our diversity journey and believes we should strive to create an open and safe space full of respect where everyone can bring their whole selves to work every day.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic and outgoing person who is passionate about bringing library services to the community. This is the perfect job for someone who is flexible and radiates positivity as you work with the JDL team to promote the service-minded culture and vision of JDL.

In addition, to thrive in this role you must be welcoming and hospitable and be able to assist with strengthening community connections through outreach and programming. We are looking for someone that has taken the initiative, and used good time management skills to support their coworkers. Someone with problem solving aptitudes and the ability to take direction and lead with optimism.

In conversations with patrons and coworkers the Library Assistant II is expected to be JDL's biggest advocate. If you are a creative, friendly person who wants to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, we hope that you will consider joining our team

The benefits for this position include Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Pension, sick, vacation, personal business, and holiday time. In addition, JDL has an excellent Employee Assistance Program as well as tax deferred savings plan and AFLAC available.

Cover letter is required

EOE

24-027

Hours/week 40

Hourly rate 18.46

Closing date August 28, 2024

Requirements

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Library Assistant II - Community Engagement

Reports to: Department Manager

Status: Full or Part-time/non exempt

Nature of Work

Support the Community Engagement Coordinator in the development and execution of specialized or complex departmental projects and promotion of library services to the community. Employ skills and knowledge to proactively engage with organizations and individuals providing services with the goal being to reach current and new audiences and meet strategic community needs. This engagement may include, but is not limited to, participating in community organization events and initiatives, creating and sustaining partnerships, participating on boards and/or forums, involvement in local market research efforts and planning initiatives, and communicating through traditional and new media.

Examples of Work
  • Assist with strengthening community connections and linking new users through outreach and programming efforts.
  • Must have an outgoing personality, enjoy public speaking and public interaction.
  • Assists in scheduling, organizing, and promoting community engagement opportunities, coordinating community partner contact lists, meetings, calendars and schedules.
  • Assist patrons at outreach events in the use of computers, mobile devices, tablets, e-readers, and JDL's digital collection.
  • Provide on-site support at community engagement activities to ensure a positive experience for community members in the delivery of our programs and services.
  • Maintains effective communication and positive working relations with individuals at every level in our organization from Administration to peers, and community organizations to patrons.
Using analytical skills, understand how the collection and analysis of data is used to support our work.
  • Compiles and reports department statistics and system-wide program and outreach statistics.
  • Ability to use computers, databases, and software to track community engagement efforts and initiatives.
  • Assist in gathering and analyzing data about target audiences, library usage and emerging trends.
  • Takes initiative and manages time efficiently and able to work independently.
  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Resource and support for Community Engagement Coordinator
  • Assist with programming, displays, presentations and other public relations efforts especially in regard to library services.
  • Serve the public by providing tailored materials, information and other services at outreach events to JDL's target audiences.
Provides leadership for other staff in customer service and community engagement.
  • Over time develops deeper awareness of JDL's communities and their interests and needs.
  • Models positive customer service attitude.
  • Packages programs and services to meet patron needs.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties.

Employment Qualifications
  • Associates Degree in related field with continued progress toward Bachelor's Degree
  • 2 years similar job experience
  • 2 years of business and/or management experience
  • 1-year experience with internet and computer software programs


Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, sit, bend, twist, stoop, reach and grasp, walk, push, pull or lift materials or equipment weighing 15 pounds or more and manually manipulate computer, keyboard, mouse, scanner etc.

Additional Requirements

Ability to see and hear, read and write, type and operate standard and advanced computer software, perform basic mathematical computations, communicate effectively, work a determined schedule including evenings and weekends, take and follow direction, work well with patrons coworkers and management. Organize work successfully, maintain confidentiality, give attention to detail, maintain a positive customer service attitude (internal and external), meet deadlines, work independently without supervision, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.