DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately
SALARY RANGE: $65,744 to $80,696
The Ferguson Library, an IMLS 2021 finalist for the National Medal for
Museum and Library Service award, is seeking a dynamic and inspired
individual to be our Programming and Outreach Librarian. The candidate
must be passionate, energetic, a self-starter and team player. The ideal
candidate will ensure high standards in customer service, programming
and outreach. This individual will play a critical role in expanding the
library’s userbase, visibility and impact.
The Ferguson
Library is striving to be an anti-racist and equitable organization. Our
staff are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds
who share a passion for improving people’s lives through education,
resources and services. Diversity not only includes race and gender
expression but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual
orientation, religious beliefs and many other parts of one’s identity.
We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of culture and
workplace we aspire to create.
Duties include:
Work closely with Associate Director of community engagement to plan and
facilitate a schedule of internal and external library events.
Initiates, plans, oversees, and conducts a variety of programs and
activities to encourage the use of the library by adults including:
films, concerts, reading clubs, speakers and performers, and other
special events. Evaluate presenter proposals to maintain a database of
superior program options which fulfill the needs of diverse communities
and target audiences. Identify and develop lists of community partners,
business, public and private agencies and events for outreach
activities. Maintain a schedule of outreach events and ensure staffing
for events. Review and analyze local demographic data to identify and
coordinate the development of new users and activities to support
community need. Oversee aspects of adult programs, exhibits, and special
events including logistics, publicity, execution and evaluation.
Oversee aspects of virtual and hybrid programs from registration to
recording of presentations. Prepare and maintain displays, booklists,
pathfinders and other materials for outreach and programing events.
Compile and deliver assessment reports on all outreach and program
activities including attendance figures and feedback commentary. Develop
and maintain a budget for programs and outreach services. Occasional
staffing at reference and readers advisory desks. Other duties as
assigned by Associate Director of community engagement.
Qualifications:
Masters degree in Library and Information Science desirable. Knowledge
and/or experience working in an urban public library. Effective
communication skills on both oral and written platforms. Excellent
interpersonal skills. Sensitivity and respect in working in a diverse
community of staff and patrons. Detail oriented, ability to prioritize
and manage multiple programs with tight timelines and schedules. A
strong understanding and commitment to EDISJ values and its application
in public library settings. Knowledge of and/or experience in
contemporary streaming technologies. Ability to work well independently
and with members of the team. Availability and flexibility to work
multiple evenings and weekends. Proficiency in other languages a plus.
Interested parties must send a resume and cover letter to: apply@fergusonlibrary.org.
