Overview
Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) is one of the nation’s largest library systems and among New York City’s most democratic institutions. As a leader in developing modern 21st-century libraries, we provide resources to support personal advancement, foster civic literacy, and strengthen the fabric of community among the more than 2.7 million individuals who call Brooklyn home. BPL provide nearly 60,000 free programs a year with writers, thinkers, artists, and educators—from around the corner and around the world. And we give patrons millions of opportunities to enjoy one of life’s greatest satisfactions: the joy of a good book.
Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) is seeking a Part-Time Outreach Associate supervised by the Community Outreach
Supervisor to serve people experiencing homelessness
The Associate will
assist
in
facilitating
BPL’s programs and community outreach events at off site locations and coordinate with local library staff to conduct outreach at community locations and shelters.
Responsibilities
with distribution of books
, and
library materials to outreach locations
- Track shelter and outreach visits
done
by Outreach and branch staff
- Coordinate with Outreach Services Department and other library departments to connect patrons with library services.
- A
s
sist with Resource list and monthly newsletter.
- Maintain database of shelter point of contacts and community partners and t
rack administration changes and contact information.
with library events, whether set-up, break
down, and any pre-event preparation.
- Support program reporting as needed
- Serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for the library to partner organizations.
- Provide reference and tailored referral to library services and community resources.
- Participate in relevant trainings and meetings.
Qualifications
required,
MLIS candidates a plus
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred
- Experience in social services and/or community outreach
- Ability to communicate (oral and written) with diverse audiences,
patrons
and partners
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- Demonstrated flexibility and reliability
- An understanding of an urban public library setting
- Excellent listening skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Demonstrated ability to work with a team and on independent projects
- Ability to travel within Brooklyn
This is a part time position with an up to 19 hour work week at $23 - $25 per hour.
