Program Officer, Public Programs Office
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About The Position
The American Library Association (ALA) is seeking a full-time Program Officer to join its team in our Public Programs Office (PPO). The American Library Association (ALA) is the foremost national organization providing resources to inspire library and information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more than 140 years, the ALA has been the trusted voice for academic, public, school, government and special libraries, advocating for the profession and the library's role in enhancing learning and ensuring access to information for all. The ALA Public Programs Office (PPO) works to empower libraries to create vibrant hubs of learning, conversation and connection in communities of all types through public programs. The Program Officer serves as project manager for grantmaking efforts, traveling exhibition tours, professional development offerings, and special events. They collaborate with colleagues, partners, funders, and vendors to ensure that projects stay on track, and they serve as the primary contact for the thousands of library professionals that engage with our office annually.
