Library Assistant - Outreach Coordinator

Musser Public library is seeking  an an energetic and creative individual who thrives on working with all ages and developing unique ways to connect with the community. The ideal candidate will work closely with Library staff and volunteers to create a positive and educational atmosphere for our patrons and will bring a helpful and optimistic attitude to their day-to-day interactions with staff and the public. This is a 28 hour per week position paying $24.89/hour with some part-time benefits. 

Work responsibilities include 

• Develops, plans, promotes and implements outreach activities
• Schedules people and resources within outreach services
• Creates and maintains community partnerships with outside agencies and represents the library at public events
• Supervise and manage the Library's Home Delivery Program
• Supervise and manage the Library's Volunteer Program
• Spend 8-10 hours per week at the Children's Desk
• Create and assist with the creation of video content to promote Library services
• Works collaboratively with other members of the library team to generate, plan, and implement programming at the Library and out in the community
• Develop and improve partnerships with area organizations and businesses
• Maintains statistics and prepares usage reports

A bachelor's degree or combination of education and experience that provide expertise in providing literacy education and library programming is necessary. The successful candidate will be able to work a schedule that requires some evenings and weekends, be comfortable with library patrons of all ages and have excellent communication, customer service, and computer skills. Must also have a valid driver's license and ability to deliver books as part of the home delivery program.

A pre-employment physical and drug screen are required post job offer.

Hiring Process
For civil service positions, applications are screened for minimum qualifications. Applicants meeting the criteria will be invited to participate in the civil service testing process.

For non-civil service positions, the hiring process is established in a manner appropriate for the position. It is the City’s goal to successfully match the right candidates for the right positions.

It is the policy of the City of Muscatine not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, religion, or disability. The City is an EQUAL. OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, and recognizes the requirements of THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. The City of Muscatine has also made a strong commitment to employees and the public to provide a safe and drug-free work environment through the implementation of a DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PROGRAM.  

The CITY OF MUSCATINE has, and will continue to make, a reasonable commitment toward achieving the spirit and intent of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibit discrimination against the handicapped/disabled.