We are hiring for a full-time Early Literacy Coordinator (Librarian) at the Hays Public Library. This position oversees library services for preschool (not yet in kindergarten) age patrons and caregivers. The position will develop new and innovative programs, spaces, and collections. The Early Literacy Coordinator reports to the Public Services Manager.
The Early Literacy Coordinator oversees all facets of the early childhood program at the Hays Public Library. This person facilitates storytimes, reading programs, and other literacy initiatives. They create programs that develop early literacy skills in our youngest patrons and work with early childhood partners, other staff, and caregivers to prepare preschoolers for reading and learning.
The Early Literacy Coordinator must be able to facilitate storytimes, trainings, and engage in other large and small public speaking situations effectively. A newly remodeled Youth Services floor was completed in 2021. The Early Literacy Coordinator will lead our efforts to develop and maintain this highly engaging space.
The Hays Public Library is an inspiring and dynamic place to work. We serve Hays and the surrounding areas by providing access to over 170,000 physical materials, digital resources, information, and programming to satisfy the educational and recreational needs of our great community. Located in the flourishing downtown district, the library invites nearly 400 people into the beautiful facility every day.
The Early Literacy Coordinator hiring range is $36,063 - $42,000/annual. This position has a great benefits package including employer paid health insurance, paid-time-off, paid holidays, and more.
If you are interested in the position, please apply by visiting https://hayslibrary.org/jobs/ where you will find the Hays Public Library Employment Application and an official job description. For questions, contact Brandon Hines,
[email protected]. After initial interviews, finalists will be expected to demonstrate program facilitation skills through scenarios presented by the hiring team.
