Literacy Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in education, social/behavioral science or related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of literacy, education or community services or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.   Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment.  Evening and weekend work hours may be required.

Position Summary

This is responsible professional and administrative work coordinating, implementing and supervising the Alachua County Library District Literacy Program.

• Responsible for coordinating and maintaining adult literacy services for Alachua County residents
• Supervises 2 Library Specialists
• Works with literacy volunteers
• Work Schedule - Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, some nights and weekends will be required.

An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for the development and promotion of Library and Literacy programs, supervising volunteers and tutors and assisting library staff. Work is performed under the general direction of the Public Services Administrator and is reviewed through reports, conferences and observation of results obtained.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Develops and promotes Library and Literacy Programs.

Develops goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for library literacy services.

Plans, coordinates, supervises and conducts literacy special events and may participate in library special events. Supervises and coordinates the activities of literacy support staff, volunteer tutors and contract and grant-funded positions, including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; and coordinating and conducting training sessions for volunteer tutors and learners. Assists in the recruitment of volunteer tutors. Overseas the evaluations of learner assessment testing. Oversees and supervises selection and review of literacy materials and resources used in the program. Assists Library staff with maintaining New Reader collection. Monitors new developments in the literacy field; incorporates new developments, as appropriate, into programs and services. Proposes programs and projects to meet identified needs, implements, oversees and evaluates grant projects. Assesses effectiveness of services and programs by developing surveys and conducting periodic progress visits with program participants and implements changes in response to results. Develops annual budget for literacy services and grant projects and monitors expenditures. Assists in the development and preparation of grant applications and coordinates submission of required reports and documents. Serves as liaison, and may serve as a committee member, to community agencies and other literacy groups. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with area businesses and organizations, in order to promote and expand library literacy services and programs.
Attends meetings and/or trainings at offsite locations within and/or outside of Alachua County, some of which may include overnight travel as required.
 Performs related duties as required. NOTE:      These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of adult and family literacy services including learning disabilities in the adult population. Considerable knowledge of methods and programs for teaching literacy skills. Knowledge of Library District's policies and procedures. Knowledge of effective interviewing, training , evaluating and counseling techniques. Knowledge of effective research techniques and methods. Knowledge of grant-writing techniques. Knowledge of standard practices, principals and techniques of program evaluation. Skill in using computer equipment and applications such as Microsoft Office, databases, Internet, and e-mail. Ability to develop and implement operating policies and procedures. Ability to adapt teaching methods to the needs of adults and families in the literacy program. Ability to plan, schedule and implement external and internal programs sponsored by the Library District. Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees and volunteers. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, volunteers, community groups, and boards. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials; maintain accurate records. Ability to effectively express ideas and concepts verbally and in writing. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to be mobile. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus associated with the constant use of printed matter and computer monitors. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

•FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS)The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.For other benefits such as life insurance and health insurance click here.•HOLIDAYSHolidays are as follows:

 

1. New Years Day  
2. Martin Luther King Day  
3. Memorial Day  
4. Juneteenth
5. Independence Day  
6. Labor Day  
7. Veterans' Day  
8. Thanksgiving Day  
9. Friday following Thanksgiving  
10. Christmas Day  
11. Additional Christmas Holiday  
12. 3 Floating Holidays   

Pay periods are every two (2) weeks beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday through 12:00 midnight Friday. Payday is the second Friday following the end of a pay period.

$51,937.60 Annually