Outreach Assistant

Position Summary

The Part-Time Outreach Assistant supports the Library System's outreach, literacy, and community engagement initiatives by assisting with program planning, event coordination, and off-site services. This position helps expand library access beyond physical branches by bringing library services, resources, and programs into the community, particularly to underserved and high-need populations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Outreach & Programming Support

• Assist in planning, organizing, and delivering outreach programs, events, and services.
• Help coordinate literacy initiatives and community-based programming.
• Support mobile library services, pop-up libraries, and community distribution events.
• Set up and break down materials, displays, and equipment for outreach activities.
• Create Program images for branches and proofread descriptions on LibCal
• Work with the genealogy/outreach manager to promote genealogy services and outreach programs through print, digital, and social media channels.
• Collect and analyze program data and community feedback to assess impact and guide future initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Community Engagement

• Represent the library at community events, schools, senior centers, daycare facilities, and local organizations.
• Distribute promotional materials and provide information about library services, programs, and digital resources.
• Assist with building relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement outreach programs that promote library services, resources, and literacy initiatives throughout Jefferson County.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, schools, senior centers, historical societies, faith-based organizations, and local government agencies in conjunction with programmers and branch staff.
• Identify underserved populations and develop targeted outreach strategies to address community needs.
• Collaborate with branch staff to support system-wide outreach goals and programming.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Track program attendance and assist with basic data collection and reporting.
• Help maintain outreach inventory, including books, supplies, equipment, and promotional items.
• Assist with preparing program materials and kits.
• Perform basic clerical tasks, including filing, data entry, and preparation of handouts.

Customer Service

• Provide courteous, knowledgeable assistance to patrons in both library and outreach settings.
• Assist patrons with library card registration and basic use of library services.
• Promote literacy, digital access, and lifelong learning.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in education, communications, social services, or library science preferred.
• Experience working with children, teens, seniors, or community programs preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to lift and transport outreach materials (up to 50 pounds).
• Reliable transportation.
• A valid driver's license is required to drive outreach vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public libraries, education, nonprofit organizations, or community-based programs.
• Familiarity with digital devices, tablets, and basic technology support.
• Experienced with Canva.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.

Work Environment

• Library facilities and off-site community locations.
• Occasional outdoor programming.
• Travel within Jefferson County is required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: 14hr
• Part-time employees are not eligible for full benefits per Library System policy, but will receive paid holidays.

Rotating Schedule:

Monday - Thursday 1 pm- 6 pm - Friday 11:30 am - 4:30 pm

Monday - Thursday 1 pm- 6 pm - Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

The schedule will be flexible depending on the program's schedule.

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person