What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian II/Youth Services POS # 117000231 position at Cumberland County?
*This position is being reposted. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply*
Join us as a Librarian II in the Youth Services department and embark on an exciting library adventure! Lead and train a dynamic team while designing creative programs for children from birth through grade 12. Step into the role of supervisor when the manager is away and make a lasting impact on young minds.
- Supervises, hires, trains, evaluates, and schedules Youth Services staff
- Plans and executes age-appropriate library programs both on-site and off-site, with responsibilities including coordinating and delivering deposit collections to local childcare centers during outreach visits
- Provides assistance to customers at the Youth Services desk by helping with information requests and offering readers' advisory
- Oversees Youth Services collection development including print and electronic materials under the direction of the Division Manager for Collection Development, or Branch Manager
- Compiles, prepares, and maintains departmental reports, records, statistics, and budget information
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in Library Science and one (1) year of professional library experience, preferably including six months of supervisory experience.
Management Preference:
Experience in providing services to youth and a demonstrated ability to manage a grant-related project with minimal supervision.
A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted online via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301.
Negative drug screen and background check are required.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern Library operations
- Knowledge of current materials, literature and trends, technology and developments and electronic services
- Knowledge of and familiarity with grant writing
- Ability to train and supervise work of others
- Ability to plan and schedule the workflow of professionals, paraprofessionals, and clerical staff
- Ability to analyze problems and to recommend practical solutions
Conditions of Employment:
A formal transcript will be required. College transcripts may be submitted on-line via the attachment feature or mailed to Cumberland County Human Resources, 117 Dick St. Fayetteville, NC 28301.
Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.
Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $54,792
