The Benton Harbor Public Library is seeking an outgoing, passionate, experienced person to be our new Adult Department Programming Coordinator & Outreach Specialist.

37.5 hours a week, including some evenings and weekends.  Starting pay $17+ depending on qualifications. 

Works directly under the supervision of the Head of the Adult Department and the Director.

• Plans,  promotes, and oversees weekly, monthly, and special programs for the Adult Department

• Contributes to the library’s social media and website

• Submits information to local media outlets to promote events at the library

• Coordinates volunteers for the library

• Waits on patrons at the circulation desk and is able to perform all clerk duties as necessary

• Attends meetings with area groups to represent the library in the community

• Works with the Head of Adult Services and the Director to implement new strategies to engage the community

• Helps with collection development and assisting users with digital resources

• Works with the Head of Children’s Department to implement and run family/all ages programming

• Serves as an Ambassador for the Library in the community

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Reliable Transportation and the ability to travel to offsite locations.

• Passion for the library and the role it plays in the community

• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job.  There is considerable walking, bending, standing, lifting, as well as pushing and pulling carts and moving equipment

• Proficient computer and technological skills including Microsoft products, smart devices and tablets, and social media,  Library software, image, video, and sound recording editing software are a plus

• Strong community collaboration & engagement and organization skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Self directed and the ability to work independently

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Send your resume and cover letter to Director Kat Boyer at kboyer@bentonharborlibrary.com.