Librarian I – Training Librarian

Job Description

The Librarian I - Training Librarian manages the library’s ongoing training program, provides staff instruction, and assists in the operation of the Systems Services department.

Essential Functions:

• Provides exceptional customer service to external and internal customers.
• Coordinates the library’s staff training program. Works with Library Director to identify training needs, selects resources for ongoing learning, develops staff training events, and provides direct training to staff.
• Assists with orientation and training of new staff members.
• Participates in regular shifts at public service desks in each department and branch, to maintain working knowledge of services, procedures, and staff training needs.
• Develops and maintains proficiency with all library technology, including ILS, calendar and meeting room system, PC management software, digital collections, etc.
• Assists Systems Services department in troubleshooting, replacing, installing, and configuring equipment and software as needed.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Participates in special projects and assists in other library departments and branches as needed.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of library service trends, community needs, and staff competencies. Incorporates this knowledge into training program.
• Assists with Help Desk calls as needed.
• Works evenings and weekends as required.
• Performs all other related duties as required.

Qualifications: Education and Work Experience

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited graduate program; 1 year of relevant professional experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills
• Must possess or qualify for a Professional Librarian’s Certificate from the South Carolina State Library.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new skills, technologies, and procedures.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, and office equipment.
• Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.
• Must be able to reach, bend, stoop, carry, move and lift 10 lb. objects regularly.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must have the ability to travel up to 25%.

Company Description

Vision

Florence County strives to be an exceptional place to live, work, and visit by enhancing the quality of life for our employees and those who call the County home, by encouraging innovation and economic opportunities, and by fostering trust and integrity in the County.

Mission

Florence County will provide high-quality public services, plan for the needs of our citizens, and promote a safe, healthy, and thriving community for all.

Benefits

• South Carolina Retirement System
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Retiree Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Flexible Spending Account
• Onsite Employee Health Clinic
• Onsite Employee Workout Facility
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Discounted rates at local fitness facilities