Library Services Manager jobs in Pasadena, CA

Description

The Library Foundation of Los Angeles (LFLA) invites applications for a Program Manager role in support of a city-wide program series, No Prior Art. Part of a broad initiative examining art, science, and invention, No Prior Art: Illustrations of Invention will run from September 14, 2024, through May 11, 2025, with dozens of programs during that period taking place at the Los Angeles Central Library (LAPL) and approximately 20 neighborhood branch libraries throughout the city of Los Angeles. This role will support the full spectrum of project-related public programming and is a temporary position starting now and concluding in May 2025.

About No Prior Art

No Prior Art celebrates human creativity by exploring the process of invention as a key feature in artistic and scientific advances. Through a major exhibition at LAPL’s Central Library and a series of free, all-ages programs and participatory events at branch libraries in communities citywide, the project highlights how public libraries increasingly serve as dynamic sites of experimentation and creation, as well as hubs for curiosity. No Prior Art features the work of artists and inventors, many with ties to Los Angeles, and programs may range from intellectual property workshops for independent inventors, to Rube Goldberg machine-making, to advanced lessons using equipment and resources in the Octavia Lab makerspace, and presentations with a wide range of inventors, artists, and performers. The scale ranges from simple film screenings, to creating program kits that can be loaned out to branch libraries, to helping produce two to three larger festival-type engagements, all resulting in a dynamic series that seeks to engage diverse audiences. No Prior Art is part of the Getty Foundation’s regionwide initiative, PST ART: Art & Science Collide.

Primary Duties

The ideal candidate is collaborative, a creative problem solver, a people person, open-minded, a strong communicator, self-motivated, a multi-tasker, has experience with event production, and a passion for Los Angeles history and culture.

Under the supervision of the Library Foundation’s Director of Special Projects and Director of Public Programs and Strategic Partnerships, the primary responsibilities of the Program Manager include:

• Helping identify and secure presenters and performers, and coordinating with existing contacts. 
• Research and help design some programming options, including those targeting communities distant from Central Library (downtown), as well as low-income and non-English speaking communities.
•  Working with staff at library sites to schedule programs, assist with pre-production needs, and coordinate day-of logistics with staff and presenters at Central Library and branch libraries citywide.
• Help ensure consistency of public programming quality and connection to the broader themes, branding, and messaging of No Prior Art.
• Support promotion and outreach efforts for public programming in collaboration with LFLA and LAPL staff. 
• Work collaboratively with multiple departments across the LFLA, LAPL, and external partners.
• Administrative duties, including processing invoices, tracking expenditures, and managing vendor contracts.
• Support implementation of evaluation to assess the impact of No Prior Art public programs. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  Requirements

• Three years’ experience in event production, managing performers, and community engagement.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to take initiative and be a self-starter. 
• Excellent interpersonal communication, writing skills, and public speaking abilities.
• Outstanding relationship-building skills
• Proven organizational skills and ability to multi-task
•  Access to reliable transportation to travel throughout the Los Angeles area
• Committed availability for the yearlong project term, and a flexible schedule that includes working occasional evenings and weekends
• Demonstrated interest in the project subject matter and ideas around invention, art, and science.
•  n compliance with applicable federal and state laws all LFLA employees will be required to verify their eligibility to work in the United States as well as satisfy a background, including a motor vehicle check, and reference check.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until May 13, 2024, (5pm). Please send your cover letter, resume, and three references to Todd Lerew, Director of Special Projects: toddlerew@lfla.org

Compensation, benefits, and Job Terms

The Program Manager position is a full-time non-exempt position at $30 per hour. This is a temporary position that concludes in May 2025.

This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, employee assistance, paid vacation and holidays, sick leave, 401 (k) with employer matching, and life insurance. Additional benefits include parking benefits and or LA Metro Pass, and a 20% discount at The Library Store (exclusions apply). 

This is a hybrid position, with a workspace provided at Central Library in downtown Los Angeles, and the selected candidate must have access to reliable transportation for travel within the Los Angeles region. 

COVID-19  Requirements

LFLA requires all employees to receive COVID-19 vaccinations as determined unless a reasonable accommodation is approved.

Occasional requirements include interacting with employees, donors, vendors, and others who may or may not be vaccinated or recently tested. You may be required to wear personal protection equipment (PPE) required by the LA County Department of Public Health protocols and the LFLA.

About the Library Foundation of Los Angeles

The Library Foundation of Los Angeles provides critical support to the Los Angeles Public Library, resulting in free programs, resources, and services available to the millions of adults, children, and youth of Los Angeles. Through fundraising, advocacy, and innovative programs, the Library Foundation strengthens the Los Angeles Public Library and promotes greater awareness of its valuable resources. For more information, please visit lfla.org.

About the Los Angeles Public Library

Celebrating 150 years of service, the Los Angeles Public Library serves the largest and most diverse urban population of any library in the nation. A recipient of the nation’s highest honor for library service—the National Medal from the Institute of Museum and Library Services—it's Central Library, 72 branch libraries, collection of more than eight million books, state-of-the-art technology accessible at lapl.org, and thousands of public programs provide everyone with free and easy access to information and the opportunity for lifelong learning.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The LFLA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, off-duty cannabis use, and any other category or status protected by state, local or federal law.