Librarian I or Library Specialist-Children's Services
Frederick County Government
Full-time
On-site
Frederick County Public Libraries - Frederick, Maryland, United States
$49,977 - $85,560 USD yearly
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.Exempt; full time; 40 hours per week; varied days and hours during FCPL regular operating schedule; full benefits; position subject to system-wide reassignment;
POSITION DETAILS:
This professional position assists in managing Children's Services at C. Burr Artz Library. This position provides direct library service for all customers, with special emphasis on children's services and program and also is involved in a wide range of library activities and operations. Supervision may be given to substitutes, shelvers, on-call employees and/or volunteers; direction may be given to department staff. Supervision is received from the Branch Administrator, Assistant Branch Administrator or the Children's Services Supervisor.- Librarian I salary = $53,475 - $85,560/annually
- Library Specialist salary = $49,977 - $79,963/annually
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 highly 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 employment
- 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
- 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
- Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
- 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
- Participation in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System
- Vesting after 10 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc
- Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
- Coming soon-early 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, implement and evaluate innovative age-appropriate programming and outreach for adults, children aged birth to 5th grade and older children as assigned
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of the collection, current literature, and content delivery formats
- Participate in and support planning and implementation of system-wide programs, events and outreach
- Assist customers of all ages in using computerized and print information sources for general reference, information and reader's advisory requests and/or direct them to other appropriate sources
- Perform bibliographic searches related to interlibrary loan requests and reserves
- Establish and maintain working relationships with schools and other community organizations and groups, including partnerships and programming
- Assist in developing and presenting training to FCPL staff and general public on library/information resources, services, policies, programming and procedures
- Assist with the development and maintenance of the branch collection in an assigned area, including recommending materials for acquisition or withdrawal from circulation
- Work with the Supervisor to identify, plan, implement and evaluate promotion, marketing and outreach activities for alignment and effectiveness in communicating the mission and goals of the library, and the value of library products and services to the public, organizations, businesses, and other community entities.
- Build and maintain relationships and partnerships with community businesses, organizations and agencies, including outreach and programming
- Manage branch or system-level services/programs and/or lead projects and teams, as assigned
- Analyze demographic data/statistics to identify and evaluate need for changes to services and programs
- Assume duties and responsibilities of "librarian-in-charge" as assigned and make decisions in accordance with regulations and established policies.
- Participate in department, branch and system-wide work teams and committees
- Prepare displays and programs to promote reading and library services
- Explain FCPL policy and procedures to the public and monitor proper library behavior and safety
- May supervise, train, and evaluate substitutes, shelvers, on-calls employees and/or volunteers
- Attend related workshops, meetings and learning opportunities
- May require the ability to become certified as a Passport Acceptance Agent from the U.S. Department of State within 180 days of hire and maintain certification.
- Perform other related duties as required
To 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.
EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT FOR LIBRARIAN I ($53,475 - $85,560/annually). Other requirements continue below:
- Master of Library Science degree from an American Library Association accredited program; may consider candidates who will obtain the MLS within 6 months of hire
- Minimum 1 year of work experience working with children aged birth to 5th grade (internships may be considered)
- Minimum 1 year of customer service work experience working directly with the public in retail, education, community or public relations, or any high traffic customer service setting
- Professional Public Librarian certification from the Maryland State Department of Education or ability to obtain this certification within 6 months after hire with MLS-current certification must then be maintained
EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT FOR LIBRARY SPECIALIST ($49,977 - $79,963/annually). Other requirements continue below:- Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university
- Minimum 6 months recent (within last 5 years) library work experience
- Minimum 1 year of work experience working with children aged birth to 5th grade (internships may be considered)
- Minimum 2 years of customer service work experience working directly with the public in retail, education, community or public relations, or any high traffic customer service setting
- Library Associate certification from the Maryland State Department of Education or ability to obtain this certification within 2 years after hire, plus willingness and ability to attend training sessions as applicable
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:- Knowledge of children's literature and stages of young child development and interests
- Working knowledge of literature and interests for people any age
- Working knowledge of research techniques and available research materials as well as general reader's interest, authors, books and other formats of library materials
- Working knowledge of social media tools and techniques, with the ability to effectively communicate in an online environment to engage customers via social media
- Knowledge of standard computer applications and devices including tablets/mobile devices, software applications, and downloadable e-format materials
- Knowledge of public library practices and procedures
- Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including public speaking skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions to complete routine assignments
- Ability to effectively access and utilize FCPL's computerized systems and the Internet, and ability to effectively provide related instruction for all customers and staff in a friendly and respectful manner
- Ability to effectively organize work, problem-solve, determine priorities, make decisions and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
- Ability to effectively supervise, direct and evaluate the work of others
- Ability to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
- Ability to effectively build relationships and partnerships with community organizations, businesses, schools similar entities
- Strong internal and external customer service ability including ability to exhibit patience, tact and courtesy working collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and effectively manage time in a busy environment.
- Ability to manage projects including event planning, community relationships, creating and managing a project timeline, and evaluating outcomes
- Ability to learn and integrate emerging technologies and STEM-related educational tools into youth programming
- Ability to demonstrate creativity, flexibility, positive attitude, good judgment, and leadership
- Ability to create and market high-quality programming in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, community organizations, and the general public
- May perform duties as a Passport Acceptance Agent, to include executing passport applications
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:- 1 year work experience supervising or directing the work of others
- 1 year work experience developing and presenting programs for children aged birth to 5th grade
- Additional years of customer service work experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:- While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit, walk, lift up to 50 pounds and 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 branch libraries as needed
- Available for varied workdays and hours within the FCPL operating schedule
- Successful completion of a background investigation
- If the candidate hired into this position has not yet obtained their MLS degree, they will be hired into a Library Specialist position (salary $49,977 - $79,963/annually) and will be upgraded to the Librarian I (salary $53,475 - $85,560/annually) position upon successful completion of the MLS degree within 6 months of hire
KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):- An evaluation of training and experience
- One or more interviews
- A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation