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Library Program Coordinator

Rockwell Falls Public Library is looking for a part-time library program coordinator who reports to the library manager. 25 hours per week, $18.50 per hour. Must be available evenings and Saturdays. Send a letter of interest, resume, and credentials to luz-director@sals.edu.

Position Summary

Part-time (25 hours) vacancy available March 24, 2026, for an energetic, creative, team-oriented program assistant with a strong public service commitment. Provide library service and create and oversee programming for children (typically ages 0-12) and teens (13-21) from diverse backgrounds and abilities. Assist with planning and implementing adult and family programming.

Position Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in Education, Library Science, Public Administration, English or Communications, or a closely related field OR
  • Graduation from high school and 2 years of experience in a library setting or performing duties related to the oversight, coordination, and administration of programs
  • Must pass civil service exam

Reports to

Library Manager (supervision and direction)

Working Relationships

  • Able to work collaboratively with library staff to ensure that the library runs smoothly and that policies and procedures are followed. Must also be able to work independently.
  • Must be community-minded and develop and maintain effective relationships with schools, community groups, agencies, and nonprofits that target children and teens to plan and deliver programs and services that meet the needs and interests of local children and teens.

Essential Duties (key tasks)

  • Provide prompt, courteous, and direct assistance to all patrons with basic information regarding the use of library materials, equipment, and services
  • Prepare and issue flyers and press releases
  • Maintain social media account(s)
  • Maintain a working knowledge of children’s and young adult literature
  • Coordinates daily activities with the manager
  • Plan, promote, and conduct early literacy story times
  • Plan, promote, and conduct a variety of programs for children, teens, and families
  • Assist with outreach to the local schools, early childhood programs, and other community organizations
  • Maintain a calendar of events, including program statistics
  • Assist the manager with collection development
  • Participate in continuing education workshops to develop skills
  • Provide excellent customer, reference, and reader advisory services to children, teens, and parents
  • Circulation desk duties as assigned for smooth library operation
  • Other duties as assigned

Core Skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively with others, orally and in writing, including through email
  • Ability to work well with children, teens, parents, and other community members involved with youth services
  • Ability to identify and translate young adult/teen needs and interests into effective library services and programs
  • Ability to identify and translate children’s needs and interests into effective library services and programs
  • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, patrons, user groups, community organizations, and volunteer groups, and to serve the public courteously
  • Able to recognize and set priorities, and to use initiative and independent judgment in a variety of situations
  • Able to learn and stay current with emerging technology, including digital media
  • Must be able to lift and carry bags of books or boxes weighing up to 40 pounds
  • Must be able to speak distinctly to large groups
  • Must be able to drive a car and hold a valid driver’s license
  • Must be available to work evenings and weekends
  • Must possess physical mobility involving bending, lifting, climbing stairs, kneeling, reading, and hearing
  • Canava, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace preferred

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprise this position.