Librarian 1 : Adult Events Coordinator - Cape May County Library Job at LibraryLi

Librarian 1 : Adult Events Coordinator - Cape May County Library

The Cape May County Library is looking for a motivated and team-oriented Librarian to lead the library’s Adult Events Department. The Adult Events Coordinator will lead the department in developing and maintaining a robust programming schedule that meets the needs of Cape May County’s residents. This position requires a leader that can work well under pressure, engage in “outside the box” problem solving, and has flexibility in their work duties and schedules.

This position works 35 hours per week with a varied schedule, which will include a rotating night and weekend shift on the public floor at the Cape May Court House Branch.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and schedule adult events at all 8 Cape May County Library branches.
• Supervise the Adult Events staff, support them in their duties and responsibilities, and delegate tasks and responsibilities as appropriate and necessary.
• Troubleshoot problems with presenters, staff, and patrons involving events.
• Prepare vouchers, invoices, and tax forms.
• Maintain department budget and track expenditures, including purchasing materials for programs as needed.
• Continually look for diverse programming, actively seek new presenters, and incorporate public feedback into programming schedule when appropriate.
• Prepare reports and statistics for Administration.
• Proofread various marketing materials created by department, including posters, calendars, and newspaper ads.
• Create and maintain communication with a variety of presenters.
• Supervise the Circulation Desk staff on your assigned night and weekend in the absence of the Crew Chief.
• Assist staff and patrons with their use of library resources.
• Provide reader’s advisory and reference services to patrons of all ages.
• Perform collection management on an assigned adult nonfiction collection.
• Participate in library meetings and committees.
• Continuously develop skills by participating in training and professional development.
• Follow the Cape May County Library policies and procedures.

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To Apply

Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to Vicki Wright, Assistant Director, at vickiw@cmclibrary.org by February 7th, 2025.

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