Tuesday, August 27, 2013

FT/Youth Programs Assistant-MainLibrary

Youth Programs Assistant

Job Description : 
Scope:

Perform duties to participate in the planning and presentation of programs and events for children and teens to encourage interest in reading and using the library, working within the limits or standard or accepted practice. Uphold the Library System’s mission and values in the pursuit of all duties; respect for the individual, our organization, and the community, excellence in everything we do, and integrity in our actions, while providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.

Essential Functions:

1.  Participate in the planning, development, scheduling, and delivery of routine and special programs and events for children and teens at Main, Branches and as an element in Library outreach programs. Identify themes and subjects, suggest ideas for programs, participate in script development, identify lists of library materials to support programs, identify and communicate with outside presenters, create reading lists and bibliographies, and upload program materials to websites, under direction and in support of system-wide programs.

2.  Create and produce publicity and marketing materials and update defined web pages to promote programs and special events. Monitor, Update and maintain assigned electronic products. 

3.  Plan and conduct programs and meetings for assigned teen club and in any venue to any youth audience as assigned. Deliver and involve children or teens in stories, rhymes, finger plays, book talks, library tours, crafts and music. Collect and record program surveys for evaluation of success of programs and events and record statistics.

4.  Maintain and communicate general knowledge of the children’s and young adult collections, knowledge of Internet and other computer resources, library policies, procedures, use of reference materials, and changes in the Library System. Explain the arrangement of materials and Library services, and policies. Assist youth and their caregivers in locating library materials and information.

5.  Provide staff from other departments with youth directed reference assistance as requested and to assist others engaged in special projects such as School Initiatives and Volunteer programs for teens. Conduct workshops and presentations for other staff and outside professionals to share experiences associated with youth programming.

6.  Attend community events, develop contacts, distribute literature, solicit donations for library programs, and meet with groups of children, teens, and/or caregivers to promote the youth services of the Library System.

7.  Assist to train and monitor TLC volunteers engaged in programming activities. Plan projects and program-related assignments in service learning for teen volunteers to complete for community service credit, and coordinate their participation at programs and special events.

Other duties may include, but are not limited to:

1.   Perform or assist with any system operations, under direction, to maintain work flow.

2.   Attend and participate in a variety of meetings and task force groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements and policies.

3.   Maintain work area in a clean and orderly condition. Ensure safe operating conditions within area of responsibility. Perform other related duties as assigned.

4.   Monitor patrons in the Library and remind them of Library policies as required to ensure that the resources of the Library are fully accessible to all patrons.

Tools and Equipment Used:

Computer, specialized software, video game consoles, LCD projector, audiovisual equipment, craft supplies, and common office equipment.
Job Requirements :
Skill : Customer Service -> Face-to-Face Support, Frontline Support
Compensation : From 15.24 To 15.24 USD Per Hour
Division : Youth Services
Location : Orlando FL US 32801 101 E. Central Blvd.
Job Type : Full Time
Career Level : Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education : High School or equivalent
Category : Other
Deadline Date : August 29, 2013

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