Library and Literacy Coordinator

Position: Library and Literacy Coordinator Supervisor: Tribal Education Administrator Division: Tribal Education Administration Department: Tribal Education Responsibilities: The Library and Literacy Coordinator is responsible for managing the daily operations of the library, welcoming guests, and fostering an environment that benefits students of all grade levels.

This role involves developing and implementing literacy programs, collaborating with education and community organizations, and creating a resource-rich environment that promotes a love for reading and learning within the community.

This role will oversee the daily operations of the library, including circulation, cataloging, proper coding and maintaining the library collection to ensure easy accessibility and tracking.

The Library and Literacy Coordinator will also manage the Accelerated Reader (AR) program, ensuring its effective implementation while monitoring the student progress.

Essential Duties and responsibilities include the following: Answer phone inquiries, direct calls, and provide information relating to the Tribal Education Library.

Arrange and manage appointments, schedules and calendars.

Schedule parent meetings or other appointments as assigned by direct supervisor.

Arrange meetings, take and prepare meeting notes, as required.

Notes commitments made by management or staff during meetings and arrange the appropriate follow up actions.

Arrange travel, accommodation, itineraries, and all correspondence related to arrangements as needed.

Build and maintain relationships with community partners to enhance library services and resources.

Collaborate with Education management, community organizations, and other stakeholders to support literacy initiatives.

Communicate verbally and in writing to answer inquiries and provide information.

Conserves managements time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Coordinate the flow of information both internally and externally.

Coordinate internal department correspondence, works independently on special and ongoing projects.

Design, implement, and evaluate literacy programs for various age groups, including children, teens, and adults.

Develop and deliver workshops, reading clubs, and other educational activities to promote literacy.

Ensure proper maintenance and organization of library sources and facilities.

Ensure that each visitor obtains a library card, including creating and issuing the card.

Ensure the library is a welcoming and safe environment for all tribal members.

Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

General administrative and clerica...