County of Volusia, FL
County of Volusia, FL is hiring: Librarian III - Adult Services Manager - New Sm
County of Volusia, FL, Tampa, FL, United States, 33646
Salary: $60,260.00 Annually
Location : Florida, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-00621 C
Department: Community Services
Division: Library Services
Opening Date: 01/22/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking an energetic and creative Librarian III who is passionate and eager to deliver 21st century services for adults in the Library Services Division. This position serves as the Adult Services Section Head in the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library and is responsible for supervising staff, planning and presenting programs to adults, and collection development and maintenance. Serves as the lead in the absence of branch management.
PLEASE NOTE, CANDIDATES:
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must attach a copy of his/her Master's degree/transcript in Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire*This position is posted on a continuous basis and may close without notice*
Illustrative Duties
(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program plus two (2) years professional library experience after the MLS including experience as a supervisor of technical work and/or a specialized function of library service (such as: Reference, Children's, Computer AV, or Cataloging).
PLEASE NOTE, CANDIDATES:
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must attach a copy of his/her Master's degree/transcript in Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Physical Demands: Medium, repetitive work. Ability to see, hear and listen, talk; detailed finger dexterity (including grasping and small tool manipulation), may require visually acuity for fine print. Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Ability to lift and push a minimum of 25 pounds, carry, bend, reach, kneel, crouch, stretch, twist, and climb. Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend professional and technical manuals, procedures, and journals; memos, policies, safety instructions, etc. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to relate information, data, and detail verbally and in writing. Ability to perform basic mathematical and monetary functions.
Environmental demands: Inside work
Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
PAID TIME OFF
HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually:
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.
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NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
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Do you possess a current Florida Driver's License?
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If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license at the time of hire if selected for the position?
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Did you attach your MLS degree/transcript? If you answer "NO/NA" your application will be deemed incomplete/not processed.
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Do you have (2) years professional library experience after the MLS?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous questions, please indicate the following: (1) the number of years, (2) position title (3) brief description of your experience and (4) the name of the agency/organization(s). If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
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Do you have supervisory experience?
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If you answered "Yes" to the previous questions, please indicate the following: (1) the number of years, (2) position title (3) brief description of your experience and (4) the name of the agency/organization(s). If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
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Attending library committee meetings, trainings, workshops, outreach, and various meetings at different locations throughout the county as well as outside of Volusia, is a requirement of this position. I understand this requirement and have no issue with attendance and travel requirements.
10
While in this position it is sometimes necessary to cover positions at other libraries on short notice. I understand this requirement and I am able to travel to other locations in a timely manner.
11
This position requires working nights and weekends as scheduled. I understand, if selected for this position I will work nights and weekends as scheduled.
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Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?
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If you answered yes, please indicate when, position title, and department/division. If you answered no please indicate N/A.
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Where did you hear about this position?
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If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.
Required Question
Location : Florida, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-00621 C
Department: Community Services
Division: Library Services
Opening Date: 01/22/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Major Functions
The County of Volusia is seeking an energetic and creative Librarian III who is passionate and eager to deliver 21st century services for adults in the Library Services Division. This position serves as the Adult Services Section Head in the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library and is responsible for supervising staff, planning and presenting programs to adults, and collection development and maintenance. Serves as the lead in the absence of branch management.
PLEASE NOTE, CANDIDATES:
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must attach a copy of his/her Master's degree/transcript in Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire*This position is posted on a continuous basis and may close without notice*
Illustrative Duties
(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Provides front-line, telephone, and/or electronic reference service to citizens and visitors.
- Furnishes information on library activities, facilities, rules and services. Explains the use of print and electronic reference sources.
- Trains, supervises, and evaluates the performance of paraprofessional and professional employees and/or volunteers.
- Compiles formal and informal reports regarding progress toward library's general/specific objectives.
- Assists in developing recommendations on policy and procedural changes.
- May participate in professional and community associations and organizations.
- Uses the integrated library system, online databases, the Internet, electronic catalog, and may assist with maintenance of library equipment, software, or hardware.
- May actively prepare, monitor, update, and approve employee schedules and work time in the County's electronic payroll system.
- May be responsible for daily and/or weekly money deposits.
- Attends library committee meetings, trainings, workshops, outreach and other various meetings as required. This includes traveling to other library branches, other county offices, various outreach locations, and out of county.
- Performs work of all lower level library classifications and related work as required.
- Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.
- May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
- Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
- Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program plus two (2) years professional library experience after the MLS including experience as a supervisor of technical work and/or a specialized function of library service (such as: Reference, Children's, Computer AV, or Cataloging).
PLEASE NOTE, CANDIDATES:
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Must attach a copy of his/her Master's degree/transcript in Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of complex library functions and operations.
- Knowledge of the methods of analyzing library needs and reader interests, and other aspects of the information sciences.
- Knowledge of library management and ability to supervise subordinate employees and/or volunteers.
- Advanced knowledge of library material selection standards and policies of the library system.
- Customer service skills.
- Skill in operating integrated library systems and other relevant computer operations.
- Ability to plan, promote, and execute age appropriate library programs and outreach activities.
- Ability to offer age appropriate reader's advisory services.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to prepare and present reports.
- Ability to keep abreast of current trends in library science.
- Ability to perform basic to moderate mathematical computations including cash-handling techniques.
- Ability to supervise and evaluate subordinate employees and/or volunteers.
- Ability to make independent decisions and use judgment on routine and non-routine matters.
- Ability to employ appropriate policies and procedures and to explain them to others.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or political affiliation.
Physical Demands: Medium, repetitive work. Ability to see, hear and listen, talk; detailed finger dexterity (including grasping and small tool manipulation), may require visually acuity for fine print. Visual acuity (depth perception, peripheral vision) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle. Ability to lift and push a minimum of 25 pounds, carry, bend, reach, kneel, crouch, stretch, twist, and climb. Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend professional and technical manuals, procedures, and journals; memos, policies, safety instructions, etc. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to relate information, data, and detail verbally and in writing. Ability to perform basic mathematical and monetary functions.
Environmental demands: Inside work
Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:
HEALTH INSURANCE
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
- Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Cancer Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
PAID TIME OFF
- Personal Leave
- Holidays
- Bereavement
- Military
HOLIDAYS
The County of Volusia observes the following holidays annually:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving (and day after)
- Christmas
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Onsite Wellness/Fitness Center
- Computer Purchase Program
- Direct Deposit Payroll
Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.
01
NOTE: Your response to the following supplemental questions must match the information in the work experience section on your application. If your responses do not match, your application will be deemed incomplete and will disqualify you from further consideration.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
02
Do you possess a current Florida Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
03
If you answered "No" to the previous question, will you be able to obtain a Florida driver's license at the time of hire if selected for the position?
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
04
Did you attach your MLS degree/transcript? If you answer "NO/NA" your application will be deemed incomplete/not processed.
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
05
Do you have (2) years professional library experience after the MLS?
- Yes
- No
06
If you answered "Yes" to the previous questions, please indicate the following: (1) the number of years, (2) position title (3) brief description of your experience and (4) the name of the agency/organization(s). If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
07
Do you have supervisory experience?
- Yes
- No
08
If you answered "Yes" to the previous questions, please indicate the following: (1) the number of years, (2) position title (3) brief description of your experience and (4) the name of the agency/organization(s). If you answered "No", please indicate N/A.
09
Attending library committee meetings, trainings, workshops, outreach, and various meetings at different locations throughout the county as well as outside of Volusia, is a requirement of this position. I understand this requirement and have no issue with attendance and travel requirements.
- I Understand
10
While in this position it is sometimes necessary to cover positions at other libraries on short notice. I understand this requirement and I am able to travel to other locations in a timely manner.
- I Understand
11
This position requires working nights and weekends as scheduled. I understand, if selected for this position I will work nights and weekends as scheduled.
- I agree.
- I can not work nights and weekends.
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Have you ever worked as a temporary/lease employee for the County of Volusia?
- Yes
- No
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If you answered yes, please indicate when, position title, and department/division. If you answered no please indicate N/A.
14
Where did you hear about this position?
- County of Volusia website
- Indeed.com
- Orlandojobs.com
- Social Media sites (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Linked In)
- Other
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If you answered "Other" to the previous question, please indicate which specific source.
Required Question