Library Programmer Description

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PURPOSE

The Library Programmer is hired by and responsible to the Library Manager. The programmer is responsible for developing, delivering, and promoting a variety of onsite and outreach programs for children, teens, adults, and seniors.

RESPONSIBILITY

  • Develops and delivers library programs for children, teens, adults, and seniors
  • Encourages literacy skills and fosters a love of reading in children
  • Promotes library programs through posters, school newsletters, advertisements and handouts, media, and online
  • Assists with webpage and social media accounts
  • Promotes and provides library tours for schools and other groups
  • Establishes relationships with teachers and librarians in local schools and other social agencies where appropriate
  • Coordinates Summer Reading program
  • Participates in community events such as Community Registration Day
  • Orders materials as required for programs according to budget limits
  • Checks in and checks out materials related to programs
  • Performs community scans to identify program needs
  • Identifies funding opportunities for programs

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Grade 12 diploma required
  • Post-secondary training in early childhood or related field preferred
  • Advanced computer skills - keyboarding, Word and Excel applications
  • Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Good working knowledge of the internet and social networking applications

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  • Last Updated Aug 03, 2022
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  • Answered By Tracy Paradis

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