Public Programs Manager - Pequot Library, Southport. Reports to: Executive Director. Supervises: Part-time Education
Coordinator and high school/college interns. Status: Full time; exempt
salaried employee, 40 hours/week, with occasional evenings and weekends.
Salary/compensation: $50,000-55,000 range, including health insurance
and a competitive benefits package. Pequot Library is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Overview: Pequot Library Association (Pequot Library) is searching
for a dynamic and enthusiastic nonprofit arts professional to develop a
wide variety of interpretive programs for all ages that are inspired by
the rotating schedule of visual art and Special Collections exhibitions,
Children’s Library initiatives, and innovative public library
multidisciplinary learning opportunities.
Major Responsibilities:
Adult programs: Manage a robust schedule of programs involving
artists, authors, musicians, performers and other vendors in the form of
gallery talks, panel discussions, symposia, music concerts, theatrical
performances, dance, book discussions/signings, and other related
programming. Collaborate with the Library’s longstanding Meet the Author
volunteer committee and community partner, Music for Youth as well as
other similar community groups. Work closely with colleagues to curate a
changing schedule of innovative, high-caliber learning experiences for a
diverse audience, including film series, day art /history trips,
scholarly presentations, hands-on art-making and writing workshops,
inter-generational learning opportunities, life-long learning
opportunities for older adults, and other experiential opportunities
inspired by the Library’s collections and exhibitions.
Children/family programs: Working closely with the Children’s
Librarian, support the Library’s annual family and community events
including the Fourth of July Bike Parade, Holiday Caroling Party, Miss
Susan’s Campout, Halloween Pet Parade, and others.
PreK-12 schools/educators: Working closely with the Children’s
Librarian and Education Coordinator, this position develops and
implements a robust schedule of preK-12 schools after-school, summer,
and break programs throughout the year, including the annual Fairfield
Public Schools student art exhibitions and the Books for Teachers
program. Manage the Library’s community outreach with school
administrators, educators, and peer organizations throughout the area,
including developing educator workshops and trainings. Working closely
with the Education Coordinator and Special Collections Librarian, train
and mentor volunteer docents and contracted educators. Contribute to
development of exhibition related support/interpretive resources like
gallery guides and educator pre-visit materials. Support Special
Collections exhibition development, as needed.
Management: Develop and manage all speaker/performer contracts.
Work closely with Marketing and Communications Manager on writing
related press releases and program descriptions and the design of
invitations and related collateral. Evaluate public programs and build
awareness and participation, being aware of community needs and
interests. Draft youth and adult program related grant/fundraising
proposals and contribute to the Library’s overall social media presence.
Manage the Library’s high school and college student internship
program. Manage the Library’s public program registration. Develop and
manage the public programs, including school programs, annual project
budgets. Assist with identifying funding sources and manage grant
applications and reports for all public programs.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Education, a Humanities
subject, or a related field with at least five years of professional
experience working in a public, private, or university library,
nonprofit arts and/or culture organization, private/public school, an
art museum/historical society, or similar setting. Proven track record
of developing innovative public programs for all ages related to a wide
variety of humanities fields and current events. Excellent verbal and
writing communication skills for a variety of audiences and ages,
including the ability to deliver engaging public speeches and
presentations. Able to thrive in a faced-paced environment that supports
teamwork and collaboration among library staff, volunteers, and high
school/college interns. Prior supervision of professional staff and
volunteer management.
About Pequot Library: Bringing Literature, Music, Art, Science
& the Humanities to our Community. Pequot Library’s mission extends
far beyond most traditional public libraries. Housed in a historic
building, framed by an expansive front lawn, and located on over three
acres in the historic village of Southport in Fairfield, CT, Pequot
Library is a small gem to be discovered. For over 125 years, Pequot
Library has been a pillar of Fairfield County, providing professional,
encouraging library services and diverse programming to our local and
regional community. Pequot Library helps children develop a life-long
interest in reading and learning through engaging programs and special
activities. The library presents concerts, exhibitions, lectures, and a
wide range of cultural, educational and community events in both its
Auditorium/Concert Hall and The Perkin Gallery. Inspired by its
collections and adult programs, the library engages its audiences with
the pressing issues of today. The library is committed to integrating
its unique important Special Collections into its day-to-day service to a
broad and diverse community through exhibitions, multidisciplinary
programs, and hands-on learning opportunities. The Library was recently
awarded the CT. Treasure award by the CT. Chapter AIA and an Award of
Excellence from the CT. League of History Organizations. In fiscal year
2018-2019, the Library welcomed more than 63,000 visitors of all ages
for over 500 programs.
Interested candidates are encouraged to send a confidential letter
of interest, c.v./résumé, and three references (in one document) by
Friday, January 17, 2020 with the subject heading Public Programs Manager to jobs@pequotlibrary.org.
Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted. The application
process involves agreeing to a criminal background check.
