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NEOGOV · 1 month ago

Assistant Director III: Program & Education Unit (Library)

Midland, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$62K/yr - $62K/yr

NEOGOV is a company that focuses on enhancing public sector workforce management. The Director of the Program & Education Unit is responsible for directing, planning, organizing, and coordinating program development and exhibit development within the library, ensuring that programs meet the evolving needs of the community.

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Responsibilities

Facilitates and coordinates implementation of programs

Evaluates and adjusts diverse library programs to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the community

Coordinates exhibit space and exhibits

Takes the lead in coordinating, planning, and executing programming that is educational, entertaining, and enriching for all ages

Responds to public inquiries regarding library services, reference questions, programs and other related issues

Attends professional meetings, conferences, workshops and classes at the discretion of the Director

Assists the Administration with the management of special projects and public relations/marketing

Acts as a library resource and spokesperson for education related issues

Cooperates with coordinators in the area to maximize program opportunities and eliminate duplication and overlap

Creates a learning strategy that aligns with the library’s mission

Conducts research to stay abreast of rapidly changing trends and technologies as they apply to public service and library service in general

Develops courses and programs to meet the needs of business, industry, and the community

Responsible for training, coordination, and supervision of volunteers, using staff training and safety programs

Assists staff member in identifying their training needs and improving their KSA’s

Requires regular and timely attendance

Qualification

Program planningDigital literacyCustomer serviceLibrary experienceSupervisory managementInterpersonal skillsConflict resolutionCreative problem-solvingOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

Program planning, presentation, and training experience

Digital literacy skills

Customer service or public interaction experience

Must be insurable by agency insurance carrier

Must have valid Texas driver's license

Provide proof of insurance

Have adequate transportation

Knowledge of personnel practices and procedures

Knowledge of supervisory management principles

Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures

Knowledge of open government and public information requests

Knowledge of county government operations and offices, including the court system

Excellent customer service skills

Knowledge of personal computers and software including Microsoft Office, the Internet, email, social media and other relevant technologies and equipment

Knowledge of policies and procedures of the library

Knowledge of recreational and educational needs of children, teens, and families

Knowledge of alphabetic and decimal numeric filing rules

Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills in a team environment

Ability to adapt to new computer programs

Ability to utilize the Internet for research

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret County policies and procedures

Ability to draft, edit, and proofread correspondence and other documents

Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the phone

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions

Ability to operate office equipment

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, county employees, the general public, and the media

Ability to be accurate, detail-oriented, and efficient in the performance of assigned duties

Ability to follow written and verbal directions

Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing

Ability to handle multiple responsibilities

Ability to solve complex problems

Ability to provide leadership, supervision and direction

Strong interpersonal, relationship building, and conflict resolution skills

Creative problem-solving skills

Strong organizational and planning skills

Ability to be self-directed and work with minimal supervision

Strong budgetary skills

Accounting experience

Preferred

Master's in Library Science and library experience

Benefits

HEALTH / DENTAL INSURANCE- Regular full-time employees are provided general medical, hospitalization, and dental insurance coverage. This is free to the employee if they take a yearly HRA and have negative Cotinine test yearly. Employees may obtain coverage under the group plan for family members at their own expense. All benefits have a waiting period of the first of the month following 30 days of hire. Prices for other insurance are listed here.

LONG TERM DISABILITY- Regular full-time employees working over 30 hours per week are eligible for long-term disability benefits. This benefit becomes effective on the 1st day of the month following six months of continuous employment with the county.

CAFETERIA PLAN- All regular full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the supplemental insurance portion of the county cafeteria plan on the 91st day of employment, or annually during an enrollment period for the following plan year of January 1 through December 31. They will not be eligible for enrollment in the Flexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and/or dependent care until the first annual enrollment for the plan year beginning after 1 full year of employment.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS- Midland County offers five deferred compensation plans. Enrollment in one of these plans can be done at any time after the 91st day of employment.

RETIREMENT PLAN- The county is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS). Regular employees are required to become members of TCDRS and are eligible for this benefit immediately upon employment. Employees automatically deposit 7% of their salary. Temporary employees are not eligible to become members of TCDRS. The county matches employee deposits by 200% and interest at retirement. An employee is vested after 8 years of service. An employee may retire with full benefits after 8 years of service and attainment of age 60, or after 30 years of service, or at the time the employee qualifies under the "Rule of 75". The "Rule of 75" is defined as when the employee's age combined with years of service (rounded down to whole years) equal to 75 or more.

DEATH BENEFIT PLANS- There are two (2) types of death benefit plans provided by Midland County to all employees who participate in the Texas County and District Retirement System.

SOCIAL SECURITY- All employees of the county are covered by social security. The county also contributes to the social security system on behalf of each employee.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION- All employees of the county are covered by the workers' compensation insurance program, and the county pays the premium. This coverage provides medical and salary continuation payments to employees who receive bona fide, on-the-job, work-related injuries.

LEAVE TIME- Regular full-time county employees are eligible for holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and other types of released time under certain circumstances.

FREE WELLNESS CLINIC- for anyone over the age 3 covered by Midland County's insurance.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

LONGEVITY PAY- Upon completion of one (1) year of service, each employee receives longevity pay. Longevity pay is paid at a rate of sixty dollars ($60.00) per year of service to the county. This longevity pay is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis.

TELADOC SERVICES- as of 1/1/19 This service gives you access to a medical professional via the internet at no charge to the employee. To use this service you must be covered under the County medical plan and register with Teladoc.