Librarian II

Under limited supervision serves as head of children’s services; is responsible and oversees the daily activities of this department.  Develops, plans, and implements services for children through 6th grade, including collection development, programming, and community outreach. Serves as a member of the library’s management team. Supervises Children’s staff.  Evenings and weekends required. Reports to a certified Librarian III or higher.

(The duties listed below are the normal duties and responsibilities of this position.  The omission of specific statements related to the duties and responsibilities of this position does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or reasonable within the scope of the position.)

• Maintains awareness of current library issues and trends by reading professional and related literature and attending workshops, conferences and courses.
• Knowledge of library reference materials and tools of research.
• Provides reference services to individuals of all age groups
• Provides classes to the community
• Plans, assigns and reviews the work of subordinate library staff engaged in a variety of library operations.
• Provides staff development and training of supervised professionals, para-professionals, clerical, technical and promotional services.
• Assists the public with the continuous familiarization of library resources and digital media.
• Promoted educational and digital services in the library and the community.
• Creates digital graphics in the promotion of library programming.
• Maintains websites and social media in the promotion of library programming and cultural events.
•  Creates educational programming for a diverse community with a wide range of needs from toddlers to seniors
• Professional library work involving a wide range of library operations
• Supervision of lower staff
• Analyzes collection development needs
• Ability to reconfigure spaces in order to create various environment based on programming needs.
• Performs related lower level work as required.

• Bachelor’s in Education or Media Specialist, Academic Research, Computer Science, or related field.
• Graduate degree from ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS program or related program required.
• Three years or more experience in public library services.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with satisfactory driving record held throughout employment.

• Adult Services and programming experience or digital archival experience.
• Supervises part-time employees and volunteers involved in delivery of library services.
• Knowledge of library reference materials and tools of research.
• Knowledge of library automation systems and applications.
• Knowledge of cataloging principles and practices.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and techniques.
• Ability to analyze operational problems and make recommendations for their solutions.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of professional and para-professional and support staff.
• Ability to interpret library policies, objectives and services to the public and staff.
• Ability to comprehend and apply technical library theory.
• Ability to perform effective library reference, reader’s advisory duties and other professional level library work.
• Ability to develop innovative programs for the library and its customers.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with library patrons, employees and supervisors.
• Ability to maintain fiscal and administrative records.
• Ability to effectively express ideas and information, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
• Ability to prepare written reports.

Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of education, training and experience; oral interview(s); background investigation; reference checks; medical evaluation; controlled substance screening. Preference will be given to certain veterans, spouses of veterans, or unmarried widows/widowers of veteran. Proof of veterans' eligibility must be provided at time of application EOE M/F/D/V. Applicants with disabilities who desire special accommodation MUST notify the Human Resources Department at the time of application.    All applications must be submitted through the City of North Miami Beach's applicant portal hosted by governmentjobs.com.  Applications submitted elsewhere are not eligible for consideration.