LITERACY COORDINATOR (COMMUNITY PROGRAM SPECIALIST II)

Job Description:

LITERACY COORDINATOR (COMMUNITY PROGRAM SPECIALIST II)

Description

DESCRIPTION

The Library, Arts and Culture Department has an immediate opportunity for an unclassified, full-time, grant funded Literacy Coordinator (COMMUNITY PROGRAM SPECIALIST II). Under general supervision, the Literacy Coordinator will provide increasingly complex professional support in the development and implementation the Library's LB Reads adult literacy program. LB Reads is a 1-on-1 literacy tutoring program that helps English speaking adults improve their reading and writing skills so they can reach their potential as workers, parents, community members, and lifelong learners. This position will report to the Billie Jean King Main Library, located at 200 W. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90802, but may be required to work and/or travel to various library locations across the City.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Provides professional support in the development and implementation of library literacy initiatives
• Conducts outreach and marketing;
• Onboards learners and tutors;
• Prepares statistical and narrative reports;
• Assists with California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) programs such as English as a Second Language (ESL) program and Career Online High School (COHS);
• Assists in program design, development, and evaluation;
• Coordinates California State Library grant funded literacy programs;
• Manages the program budget and monitors grant compliance;
• Maintains client and program files and reports for grant programs;
• Researches and analyzes data using a systematic and logical approach;
• Works as part of a state-wide committee to develop literacy curriculum;
• Oversees program volunteers;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Curriculum Instruction, Liberal Arts, Social Work, Public Administration, or closely related field. Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• One (1) year full-time professional experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position. A Master’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, or closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required professional experience.
• A valid driver's license or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

*Required documents, such as transcripts must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any documents submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the document. Proof of education for academic degrees should indicate the type of degree and date of degree conferral. Candidates who possess degrees or units from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Ability to adapt and work in a changing library environment
• Familiarity with grant funded programs
• Experience developing literacy and/or ESL program curriculum and documentation

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL DEMONSTRATE:

• Excellent organization skills;
• Ability to learn, interpret, retain, and communicate technical and complex information, terminology, policies and procedures related to grant programs and compliance;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and procedures;
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team;
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people by consistently exercising tact, good judgment, and a pro-active, problem-solving focused communication style;
• Ability to operate office equipment including computers, printers, and copiers as well as word processing, spreadsheet, email, database, and program specific applications.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on May 30, 2025. To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7198.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7198.

The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) .

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at the agency contact on the bulletin. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the agency two (2) business days prior to the test, if applicable.

For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627.

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 5/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$31.87 - $43.28 Hourly