Youth Services Programming Coordinator Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty/jobs/newprint/4719446) Apply  Youth Services Programming Coordinator Salary $51,698.40 - $108,411.12 Annually Location Ft Myers, FL Job Type Full-Time Regular Job Number 07338KG Department Library System Opening Date 11/07/2024 Closing Date 12/2/2024 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA Exempt + Description + Benefits + Questions Description The expected hiring range for this position is $66,144.00 - $77,168.00 annually. Lee County seeks a Youth Services Programming Coordinator to provide system-wide leadership for the youth and teen programming efforts of the 13-branch library system. This role serves on the library’s administrative team to provide back-of-house support to the various library locations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for public service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with others in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include overseeing youth programming and outreach, coordinating the annual Summer Reading Program and other system-wide initiatives, assisting with large-scale events, and developing and maintaining relationships with schools and other organizations that serve area youth. Duties and Responsibilities + Coordinate and oversee system-wide youth services and young adult programming. + Conduct system-wide youth services and young adult programming meetings. + Assist with planning and publicizing the Summer Reading Program and facilitate branch summer events and activities for youth and teens. + Monitor and assure consistency and quality of branch programming to youth and teens. + Work with community partners and other county departments on programming initiatives. + Assist in the development of the system-wide programming budget. + Coordinate the activities of multiple staff members and volunteers at large-scale events. + Write programming grants and ensure completion of grant and statistical reports. + Review and approve publicity related to library programs and events. + Oversee preparation of performer agreements and other program-related documents. + Oversee the purchase of programming supplies and resources. + Prepare, plan, and present outreach and in-house programs, as needed. + Operate County vehicles when visiting offsite locations for programming, events, outreach, and storage. + Collaborate with the Programming and Outreach team on youth activities and adult programming, as needed. + Provide prompt, courteous customer service to library staff members and patrons of diverse ages and backgrounds. Education, Experience, Licensing Minimum Requirements: + Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in Library or Information Science or a closely related field from an accredited graduate library school program. + Requires two years of library, customer service, or closely related experience. + Possession of a Florida Driver’s License. Preferred Requirements: + A Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an accredited graduate library school program. + Four years of related library experience, including one to two years of supervisory experience. + Experience and/or education related to children's and teen literature and programming. Supplemental Information + Knowledge of current professional public library principles, methods, and practices; relevant computer applications, and literature for various ages and interests; and the ability to supervise and direct the work of others. + Ability to communicate orally and in writing and relate positively to a diverse population. + Exceptional communication skills. + Excellent organizational skills. Additional Information: + This position is assigned to Library Administration, a standalone office environment supporting the 13 library branches in Lee County. + Travel to and from various library locations is occasionally required. + This position requires 80 hours bi-weekly; hours and days will vary to include evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays. + The County may require employees to make a temporary, or long-term, permanent transfer to another library location to accommodate the organization's business needs. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/FULLTIME%20ACTIVE%20LCBOCC%202024%20Plan%20Year%20OE%20Guide%20FINAL%20AON%202023.09.12.pdf. To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf Health Benefits: • Medical Insurance • Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. • Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • Medical Reimbursement Account • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account • Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy • Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) • Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) • Optional Life Insurance • Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) • Short-Term Disability • Sick Leave Pool • Flu vaccinations • Wellness Programs Financial Benefits: • Florida Retirement System (FRS) • Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) • Deferred Compensation (457) Plans • Financial Savings/Management Programs • Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union • Employee Leave Benefits • Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually • Paid Sick Leave • Paid Vacation Leave • Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave • Family and Medical Leave • Military Family & Medical Leave • Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program) Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. 01 What is your highest level of education completed? + GED + High School + Associate's + Bachelor's + Master's + PhD + None of the above 02 How many years of closely related library work with youth/teen literature and programming experience do you have? + 5 or more years + 3 to 4 years + 2 to 3 years + 1 to 2 years + 0 to 1 years 03 Please describe your relevant work experience and detail any blend of education and experience that matches the standards of a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science, or a closely related field. (Note: Answers such as 'see resume' will not suffice.) 04 Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? + Yes + No Required Question Agency Lee County Government Address P.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902 Phone (239) 533-2245 Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email