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# Programming Specialist

- **Company:** Massillon  Public  Library
- **Location:** Massillon, OH, United States
- **Salary:** $31,200.0 - $37,440.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Text Processing
- **Published:** August 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=57ce5257c1d6744e

## About the Role

· High school diploma/GED with one (1) year of experience working with the public required

· Extensive knowledge of popular authors/books and movies for all ages required

· Customer service experience, preferably in library environment, desirable

· Story telling experience, a plus

· Basic computer/word processing and internet/email skills

· Valid driver's license required

· Must be insurable by Library's auto insurance carrier

· Must have acceptable results on a criminal background check

## Description

· To provide comprehensive service to all patrons and develop and present library programming, · Develop, present, implement and evaluate age-appropriate programs and system-wide events for patrons of all ages both inside and outside of the Library, as directed

· Research, make contact, and negotiate with potential program presenters/performers and help foster cooperative community partnerships

· Work collaboratively with other members of the Programming department and Library staff to generate program ideas and coordinate development

· Create programming and community events to match Library initiatives and departmental objectives

· Participate in budget request process and manage allocated funds throughout the year

· Provide Reader's Advisory to patrons of all ages

· May be asked to lead a book discussion group

· Work with Marketing staff and follow established procedures to promote programs and events

· Remain current on popular trends for all ages

· Provide public service at public service desks, as assigned

· Share Chain of Command responsibilities

· Maintain displays on bookshelf end panels

· Take advantage of continuing education opportunities as appropriate

· Follow appropriate cash handling procedures

· Maintain regular and reliable attendance

· Demonstrate ability to get along with others

· Maintain a positive attitude toward the Library and its programs

· Abide by established Library policies

· Necessary physical aspects include, but are not limited to: standing, sitting, operating office equipment climbing steps, lifting up to 35 lbs., and pushing or pulling loaded carts

· Attend appropriate meetings and workshops

· Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor


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