Lincoln Parish Library
Job Description
Position: Programming Coordinator
Reports to: Director
Responsibilities:
• Oversees all aspects of public programming, exhibitions, and special events including planning, implementations, and logistics
• Actively seeks exhibitions and displays and funding for them
• Writes grants to acquire funding; manages grants received including all reports
• Works closely with staff, Friends of the Library, volunteers, and outside vendors as they relate to programs, exhibitions, and event planning and execution
• Schedules and conducts site visits by prospective clients; organizes, coordinates, and executes library and corporate events
• Manages internal communications necessary for execution of events such as work orders, budget reports, activity reports, and statistical reports
• Generates and distributes library calendars in a variety of formats
• Produces flyers, posters, postcards, signage, and press releases for programming
• Oversees and sometimes assists with setting up and taking down room set-ups, including sound and av equipment; adjusts lighting and ac as necessary
• Schedules and may supervise maintenance, janitorial, and security staff
• Creates volunteer base; schedules and supervises volunteers
• Oversees and sets up refreshments for library programs, including art receptions and water/coffee for paying Events Center clients
• Performs other duties as required and assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Superior oral and written communication skills; tact; excellent people skills; attention to detail
• Creativity; flexibility
• Dependability
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills necessary for working with a number of constituents including library staff, trustees, volunteers, artists, vendors, community and corporate groups, and general public
• Maturity; able to work on own initiative
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments
• Knowledge of media relations and marketing
• Ability to learn and use graphic software and scheduling software with high degree of proficiency
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
Qualifications:
• College degree required, with library degree preferred
• Experience working with library programming required
• Excellent computer skills
• Successful grant writing experience
• Supervision experience required
Tools and Equipment Used:
• Personal computer, printer, software programs, calculator, telephone, copier, fax, audio-visual equipment, sound equipment, hammer, screw driver, pliers, ladder, saw, drill, step stool, debit/credit card machine, postage meter, photo hanging system, easels, pedestals, display cabinets
License and Certification Requirements:
• Must have a valid Louisiana State Driver’s License
Disclaimer:
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, skills, attributes or requirements associated with this job. This job may require that duties be added or changed according to the needs of the library.
