Job: Librarian, Reference

General Information
Position:
Librarian, Reference

Number position available:
3

Compensation:
$39,863.77 - $45,000.00

Job Category:
Reference & Public Services

ALA:
Position REQUIRES a Master's degree from an ALA accredited program.

Description:

Lee County Library System, a dynamic, forward thinking organization, is offering enthusiastic, community-minded candidates the opportunity to become a part of the team at one of our regional libraries. As a Reference Librarian, you will work primarily with adults but have daily interaction with and provide library services to children and teens as well. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who enthusiastically embraces public library service and demonstrates a positive attitude, good judgement, and a commitment to teamwork.

The Northwest Regional Library is a located between Mariner High School and Mariner Middle School.

There are three locations with vacancies at this time: Cape Coral Public Library, Northwest Regional Library, and South County Regional Library.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide stellar customer service by assisting patrons of all ages using Library resources and services, including computers, electronic resources, reference and readers’ advisory.
  • Maintain a regular schedule of collection maintenance and promotion of the adult's collection through weeding, selection, and displays.
  • Demonstrate a proficiency in readers’ advisory to adults .
  • May be assigned to participate in branch specific and system-wide committees.
  • Present tours and programs for school and community groups visiting the library.
  • Provide technology training to staff and patrons
  • May be in charge of the library for specific days or shifts.
  • Explain and administer library policies and procedures
  • Actively seek and participate in professional development opportunities and stay abreast of emerging technology and trends.
  • Communicate and work effectively and tactfully with co-workers, sharing information and working cohesively as a team.
  • Plan and present programs and activities for adults at the library and at outreach locations.
  • May supervise paraprofessional personnel.

Education:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from a graduate library school program accredited by the American Library Association or the ability to obtain this degree within 6 months of hire.
  • Requires one year library or closely related experience.
  • Prefer a master’s degree in Library or Information Science from a graduate library school program accredited by the American Library Association ?or the ability to obtain this degree within 6 months of hire.
  • A valid Florida Driver’s License with acceptable driving record is required.
  • Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

  • Spanish speaking is a plus.
  • Exceptional communication skills are preferred.
  • Ability to deliver an exemplary customer experience is preferred.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team is preferred.
  • Ability to learn and adopt new and emerging technologies is preferred.
  • Ability to analyze the needs of the community and to plan, develop and conduct appropriate programs for targeted groups is preferred.
  • Ability to engage community partners in the promotion of library programs is preferred.
  • Ability to relate positively to a diverse population, including children, teens, and speakers of languages other than English.
  • Ability to bend, stretch, sit and stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 lbs.
  • Ability to operate a variety of equipment such as cash registers, computers, photocopiers, self-check machines, assistive devices and automation equipment.

The County may require employees to make either a temporary, or long-term, permanent transfer to another library location to accommodate the organization's business needs.
This position requires 80 Hours Bi-Weekly; hours and days will vary to include evenings, Saturdays and some Sundays

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an Emergency as needed. During an Emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Multilingual:
N/A

Job open date:
01-15-2021

Application deadline:
02-11-2021

Apply at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty

Additional information
Library Type:
  • Public Libraries

Job Type:
Full-time

Job Location

Physical address where the job position is located.

Job Place:
Cape Coral, Northwest Regional, South County Public Library

Job Location:
Southwest Florida

Address:
921 SW 39th Terrace

City:
Cape Coral

Zip:
33914

County:
Lee


Institution Information
Institution Name :
Lee County Public Library System

Address:
2345 Union Street

City:
Fort Myers

State:
FL

Zip:
33901

Contact Information / How to apply
Contact Name:
A. Christensen

Contact Email:
achristensen@leegov.com

Contact Phone:
239-533-2245

Contact Fax:

How to apply

HOW TO APPLY

Lee County is an equal opportunity and at-will employer, Veteran's Preference may apply.  Apply at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty or in person at Lee County Human Resources, 1825 Hendry Street, 2nd Floor, Fort Myers, FL  33902.  You may mail your application to Human Resources at PO Box 398, Ft. Myers, FL  33902.  Your application must be received in Human Resources BEFORE the posting closes.  If Human Resources does not receive your application BEFORE the posting closes, we will NOT be able to consider you for the position and your application will NOT be processed. 

 

 

 

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty 


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