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Children's Services Librarian
TOWN OF MONROE
EMPLOYMENT JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Children’s Services Librarian
DEPARTMENT: Library
DIRECT REPORT: Library Director
SUPERVISOR UNION: 35 hours per week
SALARY RANGE: $51,594 - $69,426
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Library Director, performs responsible and varied administrative and professional library work related to planning, organizing, implementing and directing the activities of the Children’s Department, which serves patrons ranging in age from pre-school through grade 6. Supervises the entire library, including personnel and facilities, in the absence of the Library Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Trains and supervises staff and volunteers assigned to the Children’s Department; makes job assignments and verifies that assignments are carried out properly
Schedules Children’s Department staff and volunteers
Evaluates the work performance of Children’s Department staff and volunteers
Assists the Library Director in yearly budgeting for the collections, services, and programs of the Children’s Department
Maintains and manages the children’s materials, book and exchange budgets. Submits to the Library Director purchase order requisitions for Children’s Department materials, equipment, and other proposed purchases; verifies and refers to the Library Director for payment invoices for Children’s Department orders.
Selects materials for acquisition and withdrawal from the children’s print and non-print collections; supervises the organization, maintenance, preservation, withdrawal, and disposal of materials
Provides reference and reader’s advisory guidance to children, parents, and teachers
Assists patrons in using the online catalog and other electronic tools and resources; assists and instructs patrons in using library services, equipment, and facilities
Plans, organizes, implements and supervises story hours, seasonal programs, and the summer reading program for children in order to encourage reading, viewing, and listening of library materials, support community interaction, and to help create lifelong library users.
Provides library service to the elementary schools and community through programs such as class visits, summer reading events, library tours, special story times, programs and other outreach initiatives.
Creates bibliographies, user guides, promotional flyers, brochures, emails and all publicity spotlighting Children’s Department collections, services, and programs.
Develops, organizes, builds and maintains children’s website pages, program calendar, blogs, and other online media for use in promoting and publicizing children’s services.
Arranges programming rooms: sets up and takes down furniture and prepares electronic equipments for use.
Creates displays to enhance the library experience and to promote use of library resources
Maintains knowledge of the automated circulation and technical services systems and assists with circulation and technical services tasks, as needed
Prepares regular narrative and statistical reports for the Library Director
Interprets library policies and procedures to the public in a customer-friendly manner
Additional Responsibilities:
Identifies reading trends among junior patrons
Attends conferences, workshops, and meetings and reads professional literature to stay informed on issues related to children’s library services
Serves on professional and community committees, as requested, to advance the library and the library profession
Performs other duties, as assigned
Supervision Exercised:
Supervises all staff and volunteers assigned to the Children’s Department
COMPETENCIES AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Thorough knowledge of public library services and programs
Possesses a solid general education and is especially familiar with children’s literature and resources
Committed to excellence in customer service
Strong oral and written communications skills
Ability to understand and interpret library policies, procedures, and rules
Comfortable working with children, parents, caregivers, and educators
Ability to work independently
Ability to organize work for efficient use of time
Ability to interact courteously and effectively with library staff and volunteers, the library’s business contacts, town employees, and the general public
Ability to initiate, organize, and follow through on programs, services, and projects
Solid knowledge of current trends and developments in the library profession and in children’s library services
Thorough knowledge of children’s library resources: print, non-print, and electronic
Working knowledge of public relations procedures
Experience in collection development and programming for children
Ability to represent the library at professional and community meetings
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution required. Minimum of 3 years experience working with children’s library services, children’s literature and reference resources, and online searching preferred. Some supervisory experience necessary.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform duties in an office environment
Ability to work in an environment subject to continuous interruptions and background noises
Ability to work under stress from deadlines, public contact, and changing priorities, and conditions
Ability to operate computers with proficiency using library software, word processing, and the Internet
Ability to view a computer monitor and/or operate a keyboard for extended periods of time
Ability to move and/or lift materials up to 25 pounds
Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, climb, balance, and sit
Regularly required to talk and/or hear; use hands to operate objects, tools, and controls; and reach with hands and arms
Vision and hearing at or correctable to “normal ranges”
Ability to read printed materials and information on computer screens
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals in person, over the telephone, and via the printed word
Ability to file books, periodicals, files, reports, notebooks, etc. on shelves ranging from 1 to 7 feet from the floor
Ability to travel to attend meetings both inside and outside of Monroe
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position
Recreation Program Coordinator/Camp Director
POSITION TITLE: Recreation Program Coordinator/Camp Director
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
REPORTS TO: Parks & Recreation Director
CLASSIFICATION: Salaried; Supervisor Union; 40 Hours per week
SALARY RANGE: $50,000 - $55,000.00 Annually
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, the recreation program coordinator will be the on-site Summer Fun Days Camp Director during the summer months and will assist/supervise in planning/coordinating a variety of programs and special events during the school year which includes evenings and weekends. In addition to being the staff person assigned to attend all the Ski/Snowboard club program trips. Hours for this position vary by seasonal needs of our programming, must be flexible.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assists Parks and Recreation Director and Recreation Supervisor in the planning details of program needs.
• Participants at various special events, including, but not limited to: races, concerts, movie nights, character nights and provides operational support, participant organization, public relations and working with other employees to provide set-up, operation, clean up and safety for all events.
• Assists Parks and Recreation Director and Recreation Program Supervisor in filling gaps of staff for the pool, lake, admissions and office needs.
• Performs record keeping duties for all programs assigned.
• Inventory, prepare, and transport the variety of recreation related supplies, materials, and equipment for various sports and other recreation program activities as needed.
• Assists in securing the proper staff, facility locations, staff trainings/meeting and coordinates schedules of evening/weekend programs and summer camp field trips.
• Administers emergency response and first aid if needed. Properly documents all accidents and notifies supervisor.
• Prepares reports, promotional flyers and uses the MyRec.com software to upload programs and registration portal for community use.
• Must be on site at all times when camp is operating.
• Other duties as assigned by Parks and Recreation Director.
EDUCATION/SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in community recreation or other related field with a youth emphasis and two (2) years related experience with a recreational organization, day camp or equivalent.
• Must have or be willing to obtain First Aid and CPR/AED certification within the first three months of employment and will need to become certified in Lifeguarding within six months of employment.
• Excellent communication and social media skills.
• Ability to problem solve and interact with the public.
• Proficient computer skills. (i.e. MicroSoft Suite, MyRec etc.)
• Must have and maintain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, occasionally drive a vehicle, use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms. Ability to move about facilities and walk on unpaved, sloped, and uneven terrain. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines and changing priorities and conditions. The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus and read various documents.
P&R Swim Instructor
Job Title: Swim Instructor
Reports To: Director of Parks & Recreation, Recreation Program Supervisor or Pool/Lake Manager
Department: Parks & Recreation
Union Affiliation: N/A
FLSA Classification: Non Exempt (Seasonal)
Salary Range: $40.00 per hour
I. Job Summary
DESCRIPTION
Monitor aquatic facilities in order to ensure safety of patrons.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Instruct participants for both swimming and safety skills in water.
• Provide a fun and educational swim lesson experience for both participants and parents.
• Observe and enforce all rules and regulations of the facility to prevent accidents or emergency situations.
• Educate class participants on the rules of the facility.
• Provide exemplary customer service ensuring the best swim lesson experience for the participants and parents.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including communication skills with students, parents and facility staff.
• Attend all training sessions and any additional staff meetings.
• Complete all appropriate lesson paperwork during shift.
• Completion of all Incident and Accident reports as necessary
• Punctually meet all scheduled class times, fully prepared to teach
III. Minimum Qualifications
A. Education/Certification: Must have a current American Red Cross WSI, Lifeguard, First
Aid/CPR/AED certification.
B. Experience: Minimum of 16 years of age. Prior lifeguarding and teaching experience preferred but not mandatory.
C. Skills and Abilities: Must pass pre-season water tests in the pool and lake.
Must have ability to act calmly and effectively in an emergency situation. Need to be able to communicate well with participants and their parents while keeping a friendly demeanor. Willingness to work as part of a team, with flexibility to do whatever is required. Availability to work the each season, including nights and weekends.
IV. Physical Requirements
Must possess the physical skills necessary to execute lifesaving aquatic rescues and administer first aid. Outdoor work during the summer season, swim lessons can be nights and weekends at an indoor or outdoor pool and lake setting. Indoor work will occur at an indoor pool.
V. Work Environment
Includes outdoor and indoor aquatic areas.
PW Seasonal Highway Maintainer
POSITION TITLE: Seasonal Highway Maintainer
DEPARTMENT: Public Works
REPORTS TO: General Foreman or designee
CLASSIFICATION: Hourly; Temporary; Unaffiliated; Flexible Hours
HOURLY RATE: $18.50
JOB SUMMARY:
Supports the maintenance of various aspects of the Town’s roads, public facilities/grounds.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLILITIES:
• Assists in road maintenance repair and litter removal/vegetation control.
• Assists in maintenance on Town facilities including landscaping.
• Performs preventive and general equipment repair and other general maintenance tasks.
• Performs other related duties in the Department of Public Works as assigned.
• Complies with all safety regulations and procedures.
EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Some mechanical knowledge preferred.
• Highly self-motivated and goal oriented.
• Ability to function as part of a team to accomplish goals.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must possess a Valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, bend, drive a vehicle, use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms. Must have the ability to traverse difficult, rocky, steep or swampy terrain, and to work outdoors in inclement weather as required. Ability to work under stress from demanding deadlines and changing priorities and conditions. The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus and read various documents.