Find & Apply For Program Manager Jobs in Severance, Colorado

Cultivate Curiosity. Enlighten the Mind. Strengthen the Community. Job Overview Clearview Library District aspires to be a launching point for discovery - creating innovative and adaptive spaces where everyone can explore, imagine, create, and learn on the path of lifelong learning to improve ourselves and our community. The Program Specialist I supports the library mission by delivering engaging programs with a youth services focus, providing exceptional customer service at service points (children's desk and customer service), staffing library events, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality library services. Provides flexible support across programming areas as needed, including assisting facilitating programs outside the primary area of responsibility to support library operations and community needs. Our Values At Clearview Library District, our values guide how we work, how we serve our community, and how we support one another. We are looking for team members who embody these values in their daily work.

Creativity:

We explore ideas together. We encourage curiosity and celebrate innovation. We create meaningful experiences for everyone.

Trust:

We build and maintain a culture of trust with one another and our community as daily practice.

Access:

We commit to equity, inclusion, and accessibility because the library is for everyone.

Growth:

We embrace change and support one another as we grow. Essential Functions 1. Programming & Events Delivers engaging youth library programs using established curricula and themes. Adapts content and presentation to meet the needs and interests of the audience while ensuring a high-quality participant experience. Facilitates activities that align with library goals and strategic direction. Supports and engages with the public through library events, such as Summer Adventure Program, Summer Kick Off Event, and other seasonal events. Represents the library district at community events, positively promoting library resources, programs, and services, with a focus on youth and family populations. 2. Customer Service Provides exemplary customer service for all patrons using the library, staffing both the children's and customer services desks. Contributes to a welcoming library atmosphere. Provides children and family reader's advisory services. Enforces library policy, evaluating the use of the children's area, and making recommendations as needed. Is proficient in assisting patrons in the Integrated Library system. Assists patrons on the use of computers, computer programs, printing, scanning, and photocopiers. 3. Library Service Supports District literacy initiatives and activities. Creates and maintains book and resource displays, and develops engaging early literacy activities. Work with Librarian II to develop and promote resources, guides, and other informational items. 4. Other Duties as assigned. Education and Experience Required Requires a two-year college degree or equivalent coursework and/or equivalent library experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Experience working with youth of all ages is preferred. Youth programming experience is preferred. Knowledge of youth collections is preferred. Demonstrated ability to think logically, exercise initiative, and act in the best interest of the library district. This position is required to staff the youth services desk throughout the week, and expected to work on the customer service desk when needed. Ability to work occasional nights and weekends as necessary. May serve as backup on programs or bookmobile stops. Ability to work a varied schedule depending on District programs and needs. Dedicated to being part of a team. Participates in training and professional development opportunities. Work Environment Position may require being up and moving around the Library and at times, stationary at a work station. The job requires stooping, bending, squatting, and stretching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds may be required. Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (with keyboard, shelving), eye-hand coordination, data entry and computer use for accessing information. Should be conscious of appropriate ergonomics and workstation setup.

Pay:

$22.28 - $26.18 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person