Senior Librarian

Prince William Public Libraries (PWPL) is seeking a knowledgeable and motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Librarian at the Chinn Park Regional Library. This full-time supervisory position is a key member of the Makerspace and Public Services team at Chinn Park Library. This role will help provide outstanding library experiences to our diverse and busy community. Are you a leader with excellent customer service skills looking to help build and launch a new community, Makerspace? Do you have a strong commitment to innovation, technology services, programming, and outreach to people of all ages and backgrounds? Are you an experienced librarian seeking new challenges in a creative, energetic, and collaborative environment? Join our team and take your career to the next level in this unique role!
  
About This Role:
Run the day-to-day operations of the Chinn Park Makerspace once it opens.
Plans and delivers makerspace programming and outreach for the community.
Assists patrons with library services, including reference, circulation, readers advisory, and working with digital devices. 
Plans and delivers training in relationships to new equipment and makerspace tools. 
Member of the branch’s management team, supervising direct reports
Administrative tasks such as collection of statistics, maintenance of community resources, and providing information for monthly reports.
 
Minimum Requirements:
Master’s degree in library or information science and one year of library systems experience.
  
Preferences:
Experience supervising professional and paraprofessional staff.
Experience planning and implementing programming and outreach.
Experience working in a public services library.
Experience with collection maintenance.
Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.

Special Requirements:   The position may require travel to other branches within the system. A DMV check will be conducted for employees who drive while on County business.
  
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, exempt position located at Chinn Park Regional Library.
 Library hours of operation are Monday through Wednesday, 9 am to 8 pm, Thursday through Saturday, 9 am to 5pm, and Sunday, 12 to 5pm. The schedule includes days, one evening a week, and rotating weekends. Flexibility is paramount, and the schedule may vary depending upon the library's needs.
 
Starting Salary Range: $70,921.50 - $83,272.79
 
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

• Access to training and career development opportunities. 
• Membership to the Virginia Library Association. 
• We offer excellent benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage options, paid holidays, personal days, and generous leave accrual. 
• The County also participates in the Virginia Retirement System, offering 457 and 401a defined contribution plans. 
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Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.