Library Services Coordinator jobs in Beaumont, TX

Essential Job Functions:  The Outreach Coordinator will initiate, plan and conduct community outreach services at a variety of locations including but not limited to schools, businesses, organizations and other community events.  Serves as an advocate of the library, aids in the execution of the library’s guiding statements, represents the library to the community, and participates in publicity, community relations and special events.  Adopts a community mindset and develops and maintains effective relationships and partnerships with local agencies to identify community needs and provide appropriate programs and services.  Assists in promoting library use and helps create lifelong library users.   Works cooperatively with library staff to develop, plan and present for all ages innovative programs, classes and events in library and non-library locations.  Assists in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for library outreach and literacy activities; makes recommendations for improved service delivery.  Responsible for maintaining budget expenditures to stay within the appropriate levels as assigned.  Prepares and presents information about library services to community groups.   Provides instruction and information about the library, library services and events.  Maintains a knowledge of materials contained in the Tyrrell Historical Library and makes suggestions to patrons based on needs and interests.   Prepares handouts, educational aids, book lists and programming materials.  Maintains a calendar of events; compiles data and prepares statistics for reports.   Maintains and increases skills while keeping abreast of current developments in the library field through continuing education, professional reading, workshops, and conferences.  Requires frequent travel in the library system service area to provide outreach services.  The Coordinator will also work closely with the History Day Association to encourage teachers and students alike to utilize the rich resources of the library when developing their history related projects for local, regional, and national competition; assist in creating content for the social media pages of the library.  

Other Job Functions:   Performs other duties as required.  Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Knowledge:  Thorough knowledge of historical and educational research methodology, use of reference tools, as well as methods and techniques of the preparation and dissemination of information via a variety of innovative methods.

Skills/Abilities:   Ability to analyze problems and suggest practical solutions; ability to express oneself effectively and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, community groups, and the general public.

Physical Requirements:  Constantly sees and hears; frequently sits, sorts, writes by hand, uses computers, makes calculations, climbs on stools, files, hold objects weighing up to 10lbs, lifts objects weighing up to 20lbs., pulls and pushes objects weighing up to 25lbs. or more, squats, stands, stoops, and walks.

Education/Experience:  A master’s degree in history, English, or other specific area preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. 5 years of experience with educational research methodology, public speaking and interaction, preferred. Experience working in a Library or Archive setting is a plus; outstanding customer service skills a must.

Data entry and library skill test administered.  Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test. 

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas  77704.

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.