State of Florida is hiring: LIBRARIAN SPECIALIST - 48007053 (BLIND SERVICES) in

LIBRARIAN SPECIALIST - 48007053 (BLIND SERVICES)

Date: Feb 7, 2025

Requisition No: 844239

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: LIBRARIAN SPECIALIST - 48007053 (BLIND SERVICES)

Position Number: 48007053

Salary: $35,317.26 to $38,848.99 Annually

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES
BRAILLE AND TALKING BOOK LIBRARY
LOCATION: DAYTONA BEACH (VOLUSIA COUNTY)
JOB TITLE: LIBRARIAN SPECIALIST - CS (CAREER SERVICE)
SALARY RANGE: $35,317.26 TO $38,848.99 ANNUALLY

Our Mission:

The Division of Blind Services ensures blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support, and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible.

Job Description:
This position serves as a Librarian Specialist for the Blind/Visually Impaired in the Division of Blind Services Braille and Talking Book Library, located in Daytona Beach, Florida. Working under broad supervision and within time restraints, the employee will assist customers of the Bureau of Braille and Talking Books Library in the most effective use of the service, always following safety standards. Assume responsibility as the staff liaison to a share of the Bureau’s clientele and will work with customers via the telephone, in person and via electronic communication.

Examples of Work:

1. The weekly reconciliation of the comprehensive mailing list services report from the National Library Service.
2. Process new applications for service.
3. Process transfers for service.
4. File applications.
5. Follow up on LEADS.
6. The orientation for new customers to the Bureau.
7. The approval for new users of the Braille and Recorded Download Service of the National Library Service.
8. Provide assistance with inquiries made to the OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) Librarian email.
9. Understand and recommend assistive technology options for equipment not provided by the Bureau.
10. Assist department with projects and reports requiring patron follow-up.
11. Attend departmental and all staff meetings regularly.
12. Fill in at the receptionist’s desk when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
2. A high school diploma or its equivalent and professional or nonprofessional experience in library science or in customer service can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the principles, practices, policies, and procedures of library services and programs.
2. Ability to communicate effectively.
3. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
4. Ability to prepare reports.

To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services:

NOTE: All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety.

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

• State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental options)
• Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
• Career Growth
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT:
It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening as a condition of employment.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.