Adult Services Librarian Job at Leon County Government in Tallahassee

The initial salary may be up to 15% above the minimum salary based on verified related education, experience, and training above the minimum requirements.

The required schedule for this position is Monday-Friday:

1. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9am-6pm
2. Tuesday: 12:15pm-9:15pm
3. Friday: 9:15am-6:15pm

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

This position is for an Information Professional in Learning & Workforce Services primarily reporting to the Main Library. The purpose of this position is to provide public services to library users by conducting research, training library users, developing resources, using information technology, and offering programs. The person in this position may also supervise one or more full-time equivalent employees, be the Person in Charge for the day at different locations, contribute to collection maintenance activities, and assist in staff coverage at different branch locations. Information Professionals uphold the mission and values of the library system when performing these duties by following library policies and procedures while providing excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.

NOTE: The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The Job Description Questionnaire (JDQ) reflects a more detailed description of the position. Neither the job description nor the JDQ constitutes an employment agreement. Both are subject to change as the needs of the County and requirements of the job change.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Supervises one or more full-time equivalent employees. Initiates and/or recommends personnel actions, including hiring, promoting, and disciplining; creates performance standards, JDQs, and work procedures for staff; communicates continuously with employees; shares information in a timely manner, provides feedback, praise, and correction promptly and with tact. Provides ongoing training and ensures County/Library policies and procedures are followed; assists staff in resolving any work problems to ensure excellent public service and promote positive public relations; ensures staff feels empowered to make decisions related to their areas of responsibility; ensures staff maintains current training and participates in other learning opportunities.
2. Information and technology services: Greets and offers professional expertise to library users as they enter the service area and as they use library resources. Accurately determines users’ information needs by employing interview techniques and matching their needs with appropriate resources based on factors such as reading level, technology literacy, depth and breadth of information required, time frames, and more. Provides answers and assistance to queries received by telephone, online, and mail. Places reserves and interlibrary loan requests for patrons; oversees computer use, including public-access Internet PCs, printers, and related equipment. Assists patrons by troubleshooting hardware and software problems; provides instruction in the use of electronic, print, and other formats of library resources; provides services at other service desks or locations as needed.
3. Programming and community outreach: Plans, markets, and implements programs for children, teens, families, and/or adults. Programs include book discussion groups, summer reading programs, author visits, and a variety of other programs promoting reading, literacy, and lifelong learning. These programs will support the library’s four focus areas: Literacy and Lifelong Learning; Business & Workforce Development; Civic & Community Engagement; Arts & Humanities; provides computer training and assistance to the public and staff, one-on-one or in groups, on the use of electronic resources (including but not limited to, SIRSI online catalog, library databases, and the Internet); provides community outreach services through presentations promoting literacy and library use; conducts library presentations and tours.
4. Serves as Person in Charge and Department/Branch Support: Serves as Person in Charge when assigned; may back up other supervisors as needed; resolves patron problems and complaints. Works with library administration as needed to resolve problems of all types. Handles emergencies and security incidents such as fire alarms, violent patrons, theft, medical emergencies, patrons violating Library Patron Rights and Responsibilities policy, working with law enforcement; opens building and secures at closing. Handles building problems by contacting Facilities and technical problems by contacting OIT or SirsiDynix; shares the responsibilities of daily management of the department or branch including adjusting staff schedules, attending meetings with follow-up reporting and continuity of operations; completes special projects and other tasks as assigned.
5. Maintenance and Marketing of the Collection: Participates in daily maintenance tasks of the collection, depending on assignments and current needs; regularly plans and deploys displays and other means of marketing library collections. Develops information tools according to library user needs, current trends, issues, events, and interests.
6. Professional development: Maintains awareness of technological developments and emerging library trends. Learns about or trains on at least two new applications, devices, programs, or services per year and shares knowledge with supervisor and peers.

OTHER IMPORTANT OR MARGINAL DUTIES

Completes special projects and other tasks as assigned.

DIFFICULTY

Independent decision making is essential. Employee in this position must be aware of the library users’ needs and abilities. Matching appropriate information to the needs of the user requires creativity based on knowledge of all library resources and knowledge of resources available outside of the library as well. Work involves program planning, marketing, and presenting which requires imagination, flexibility, persistence, creativity, and the ability to resolve problems in front of an audience.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Supervision Received

The employee works autonomously, without supervision, unless special circumstances arise where guidance must be sought.

Supervision of Others

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMER CONTACT

Extensive internal and external customer contact.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED

Personal computers, word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software, SIRSI Library Management System, and the Internet are among the equipment and tools used in this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed mainly indoors. Desk work, standing, walking, concentration, and computer work are some of the physical and mental demands of the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of general library principles and philosophy; library services, i.e. children's, adult, reference, media, technology, outreach; PCs and of the on-line catalog, including borrower services, circulation services, and bibliographic services; LeRoy Collins Leon County Public Library policies and procedures; collection development and management; supervisory techniques; organizing and directing the work of others; motivating staff to provide excellent customer service; communicating courteously, efficiently, and effectively over the phone and in person with a diverse population; resolving problems as it relates to public or staff; developing and implementing programs; communicating clearly orally and in writing. Cataloging experience preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree in Library Science or Information Studies from an ALA-accredited graduate program OR a Bachelor’s degree AND proof of attaining a Master’s degree, within 4 months, in Library Science or Information Studies from an ALA-accredited university.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Possession of a valid Class "E" State of Florida Driver's License with a favorable driving record.

Must be able to work days, evenings, and weekends.

All Leon County employees (regular full-time and part-time, OPS, and PRN) are required to work before, during and after a Declared Local State of Emergency (DLSOE). Participation is considered a condition of employment.

Selection Guidelines:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; and drug testing.

FLSA STATUS: Position is Exempt. Analysis: Information Professionals are classified as learned professionals.

Established: October 1, 1997; November 5, 1999; November 29, 2005; May 23, 2017; January 30, 2019; February 11, 2019; November 10, 2020; January 19, 2022; October 23, 2024.