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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>We have an opening for head of our outreach department. Please see the job description below, if interested. Applications received by Jan. 10 will receive priority. This position primarily coordinates bookmobile services (approximately 100 stops/month) as well as outreach to homebound patrons and participation in community events. Please include a resume and cover letter to the address below, to my attention. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The position is full-time and includes excellent benefits. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Position: Outreach Services Coordinator<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Starting Salary: $30,446-$33,000<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Department:</span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'> Outreach Services<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Immediate Supervisor: </span></b><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Director<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><u>Description<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'>Employee’s primary responsibility is managing the operations of the Outreach Services Department as well as coordinating system-wide outreach to selected populations. <span style='font-size:10.5pt'>Promotes achievement of the library’s strategic plan objectives.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><u>Responsibilities of the position</u><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Establishes goals and objectives for services to selected populations which support the Library’s mission.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Directs all department activities, including library services for older adults, people with disabilities, and services to children. Works with representatives of specific groups to make sure the needs of their constituents are met. This includes, but is not limited to, senior centers, daycare centers, schools etc.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Maintains the library’s outreach collection of materials, including selection and weeding. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Promotes community awareness of the library and bookmobile services. Serves as principal contact for community groups, organizations, and individuals interested in outreach services and develops and implements programs in the community. Coordinates participation in community events.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Serves as contact person for information regarding services for the visually impaired.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Coordinates and monitors the quality and effectiveness of existing programs.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Submits monthly and annual reports.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Develop and schedule bookmobile stops for schools, nursery/preschools, senior facilities, and institutions, as well as home delivery. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Ensures proper operation of the Department motor vehicle fleet, initiating maintenance and repair with established service providers. Drives bookmobile as needed.Maintains safe and careful operation of Department motor vehicles for both staff and patrons. Ensures that all staff is fully trained in vehicle operational and safety procedures. Establishes clear safety protocols for staff.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Works reference desk shifts and/or circulation shifts as assigned. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Maintains knowledge of current trends and new professional techniques in librarianship through professional reading, workshops, and involvement in professional organizations.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Participates in development and implementation of organization-wide policies and procedures.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Plan, lead, coordinate, oversee, and execute projects as assigned.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'>Performs other related duties as required.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><u>Qualifications<o:p></o:p></u></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b>Education and Experience:</b><span style='font-family:SymbolMT'> </span>ALA accredited MLS or related Master’s Degree required or equivalent experience. <span style='font-family:SymbolMT'> </span>Minimum of three years professional library reference experience. Minimum of two years supervisory experience. Self-motivated, organized, efficient, and productive with excellent time management skills. Able to drive bookmobile or other library vehicles with a clean driving record and able to be insured.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b>Communication: </b>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Collaborative and creative, with a win-win disposition. Knowledge of motivation and mentoring techniques and collaborative work style. Ability to follow directions and make decisions within stated guidelines. A sense of humor and strong service orientation are a must!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b>Technical and Physical Requirements:<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'>Excellent computer skills with superior working knowledge of traditional and electronic resources including websites and databases; excellent online searching skills. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'>Flexible schedule requirements, able to work some nights and weekends.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'>Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift a minimum of 30 pounds.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Supervisory Responsibilities:</b> Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b>The duties outlined for this position serve as a tool for guidance and are subject to change.</b><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style='font-size:11.0pt;line-height:115%'>It is the policy of the Troy-Miami County Public Library to be in compliance with the federal, state, and local laws and regulations relative to discrimination in employment. The Troy-Miami County Public Library does not discriminate in compensation or conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, transfer, discipline, or discharge of any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, non-disqualifying mental or physical disability, age (40 or older), marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or Vietnam Era veteran status. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><img width=198 height=78 id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image002.jpg@01CF02E6.DF662260" alt=signature1><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#0D0D0D'> Rachelle Miller, Director<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#0D0D0D'> Troy-Miami County Public Library<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#0D0D0D'> (937) 339-0502<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='color:#0D0D0D'> www.tmcpl.org<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>