Adult Program Coordinator (Part Time) - Minor Memorial Library, Roxbury
Pay Rate: $16-$18 per hour.
Work Week: 10-18 Hours Per Week including some evenings and weekends
Supervisor: Library Director
Responsibilities: The
Program Coordinator enriches the lives of the Roxbury community by
providing free access to ideas and information through diverse programs
of educational, historical, and cultural value. The Program Coordinator
develops, advertises, and hosts approximately two programs per month,
including identifying and contacting presenters, coordinating calendars
with other library departments, setting schedules for programs,
negotiating fees for programs, working with other town agencies and
organizations where appropriate, writing and disseminating press
releases, posting events on social media, and updating the library’s
website. In addition to developing and managing programs, the program
coordinator will shelve books, assist library patrons, open and close
the library when needed, and perform other tasks as requested or needed.
Education and Training:
High School diploma or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree
preferred. Understanding of basic principles of library organization and
procedures. Previous public library experience is strongly desired.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:
Proficiency with computer applications including: personal computers,
e-readers, smartphones & tablet apps, the Internet, social media and
downloadable and streaming media and platforms. Awareness of current
and emerging technology uses. Digital marketing experience, specifically
WordPress, Facebook, Instagram, Microsoft Office, and basic graphic
design skills. Able to collaborate with staff and work well on a team.
Excellent written and interpersonal skills.
Please send a resume and cover letter to roxbury@biblio.org with “Program Coordinator” in the subject line before August 15, 2020.
