Salary : $20.98 Hourly

$20.98 Hourly

Location :

Frederick County Public Libraries - Frederick, MD

Job Type : Full-time Regular

Full-time Regular

Job Number : FY24-00670

FY24-00670

Department :

Frederick County Public Libraries

Division : Public Libraries

Public Libraries

Opening Date : 06 / 18 / 2024

06 / 18 / 2024

Closing Date :

7 / 2 / 2024 4 : 00 PM Eastern

JOB INFORMATION

Join the vibrant, community-minded team at Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL)! We are seeking a creative, energetic, and visionary individual to become part of our team.

Located in Central Maryland between Washington D.C. and Baltimore, FCPL is a rapidly developing system of nine libraries and two bookmobiles.

Our mission is to facilitate the public's freedom to explore, to invent, and to transform. FCPL connects people to ideas and to each other, helping to foster individual and community growth.

POSITION DETAILS : Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week (varied schedule during FCPL operating hours); full benefits;

position is subject to system-wide reassignment

Position locations :

Thurmont Branch LibraryThis para-professional position provides comprehensive library services and programs for all patrons and is involved in a wide range of library activities and operations.

Direction may be given to staff as assigned. Supervision is received from the Assistant Branch Administrator or Branch Administrator.

In a branch setting, this person may serve as the "Librarian-in-Charge.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members.

If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE : Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much we value our employees.

The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance benefitWork / Life balance programs include : Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness ProgramGenerous Tuition Reimbursement ProgramParticipation in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System

Vesting after 10 years of serviceAdditional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc

Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, etc.

For more information, visit our

benefits

page on the Frederick County Government

job opportunities webpage

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Under direction, develop and present innovative age-appropriate programs and outreach activities as assignedMaintain in-depth knowledge of the library collection and current literatureParticipate in implementation of system-wide programs, events and outreachAssist patrons of all ages with reference questions or readers' advisory requestsAssist patrons in using computerized and manual information sources and / or direct patrons to other appropriate sourcesPerform basic bibliographic searches related to inter-library loan requests and reservesExplain FCPL policies and procedures to patrons and train patrons on the use of library resourcesAssist with the maintenance of the branch collection in an assigned areaWorking with the Supervisor, assist in planning and implementing marketing activities and outreach activities that communicate the mission and goals of the library and the value of library products and services to the public, organizations, businesses and other community entitiesActively seek out and engage in opportunities to promote the library in the communityEstablish and maintain working relationships and partnerships with community businesses, organizations, groups and schools, including outreach and programmingPrepare displays and develop programs to promote reading and other library servicesMay perform duties as a Notary Public, to include witnessing the signing of documents and verifying their authenticity.

Recommend materials for acquisition and / or withdrawalProvide customer service at front desk, including check-in and check-out of materialsParticipate in department, branch and system-wide work teamsAttend workshops, meetings and learning opportunitiesSupervise, train and evaluate Shelvers and volunteers as assignedPerform other related duties as requiredTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications / requirements, knowledge / skills / abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or universityMinimum 2 years of customer service work experience, working directly with the publicKNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

Ability to obtain and maintain Library Associate certification from the MD State Department of Education, plus willingness and ability to attend training sessions as applicableMay require the ability to become a certified Notary for the State of Maryland within 90 days of hireWorking knowledge of public library practices and proceduresKnowledge of research techniques and available research materials, as well as general readers' interest, authors, books and other formats of library materialsKnowledge of standard computer applications and devices including tablets / mobile devices, software applications, and downloadable e-format materialsKnowledge of age appropriate literature, development stages, and interestsWorking knowledge of social media tools and techniques, and ability to effectively communicate in an online environment to engage customers via social mediaAbility to develop and conduct age appropriate programs, events and activities and perform effectively in front of patrons of all agesAbility to effectively access and utilize FCPL's computerized systems and the Internet, and to effectively provide related instruction for patronsAbility to learn and integrate emerging technologies and STEM-related educational tools in programmingAbility to create and market high-quality programming in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environmentAbility to effectively supervise, direct and evaluate the work of othersAbility to effectively organize work, problem solve, determine priorities, make decisions and complete assigned duties with minimal supervisionAbility to prioritize, multi-task and effectively manage time in a busy environmentAbility to demonstrate creativity, flexibility, positive attitude and good judgmentAbility to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsAbility to develop and maintain effective working relationships with patrons, co-workers and the general publicAbility to effectively build relationships and partnerships with community organizations, businesses, schools and similar entitiesStrong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skillsPREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR :

1 or more years of recent (within the last 5 years) experience working in a library (not volunteer experience)1 or more years of work experience developing and presenting programs to the public1 year work experience directly supervising or directing the work of othersAdditional work experience providing direct customer service to the public

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS :

While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit, walk, lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally stoop.

While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors.During outreach programs and events the employee is occasionally working outdoors;

working in hot temperatures (above 100 degrees), working in cold temperatures (below 32 degrees) and walking on uneven ground.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Ability to provide own transportation to meetings / workshops and to various branch Libraries as neededAvailable for varied workdays and hours within the FCPL operating schedule

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include) :

An evaluation of training and experienceOne or more interviews

Retirement Plan : Library regular employees who qualify are required by state law to participate in the Maryland State Teachers' Pension System.

For further information go to : http : / / www.sra.state.md.us /

Other regular Library employees who qualify will participate in a defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees.

Employees are automatically enrolled in the Non-Uniformed Plan. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County;

however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement.

Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Flexible Spending Accounts : The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses).

Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to : deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance : Employees are insurance for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death.

Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees.

The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation : The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account.

Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan.

Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Employee Assistance Program : This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.

LeaveAnnual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows : Years of Service Days per Year0 - 2 years 11 days2 - 10 years 17 days10 years 24 days

Sick Leave accrual rate is as follows based on length of employment and the following schedule : 0 - 2 years 10 days2 years 12 daysSick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law.

There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, and Military.

Holidays : The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov

Educational Reimbursement Program : County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution.

The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books.

The plan requires that employees remain employed with Frederick County Government for a minimum of two years after the last class is taken.

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university?

YesNo

How many years of customer service work experience, working directly with the public, in retail, education or any other high traffic customer service setting, do you have?

Less than 2 years work experience2 years of work experience3 years of work experience4 or more years of work experience

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment / service and the duties you performed.

NOTE : When considering work history, 1 year of employment 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be considered further.

Do you have at least 1 year of recent (within the last 5 years) experience working in a library (not volunteer experience)?

YesNo

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment / service and the duties you performed.

NOTE : When considering work history, 1 year of employment 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.

Do you have at least 1 year of work experience developing and presenting programs to the public?

YesNo

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment / service and the duties you performed.

NOTE : When considering work history, 1 year of employment 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.

Do you have 1 year work directly supervising or directing the work of others?

YesNo

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment / service and the duties you performed.

NOTE : When considering work history, 1 year of employment 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not receive the preference credit.

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