JOB DESCRIPTION

This is professional library work coordinating and conducting library services and activities in a specific area such as Reference, Public Services, Technical Services, Youth Services or Adult Services. Work may be performed under the general supervision of the Library Director, Assistant Director, Branch Manager or other professional staff.

TRAINING AND EXERINENCE

Minimum Training: MLS from an American Library Association accredited University. Two years of library experience, of which one year must be at the professional or post-MLS level. A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualification.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Possess a valid Florida driver’s license by employment start date.

SALARY: $22.08 per hour plus benefits

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS: 01/28/2025

Each applicant is required to submit a complete County Application for Employment. Applications are available on-line www.columbiacountyfla.com/Jobs.asp . Successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical exam, physical agilities, criminal history background check, driver’s license check and drug screening. Applications can be emailed to: hr@columbiacountyfla.com or by mail, FedEx, or UPS to:

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

COLUMBIA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

POST OFFICE BOX 1529

LAKE CITY, FLORIDA 32056-1529

(386) 758-3351; TDD (386) 758-2139

An AA/EEO/ADA/VP Employer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

·       Considerable knowledge of the principles and methods of professional library service and operations, including automation, cataloging, reference and/or programming

·       Knowledge of computer hardware, software and networked services as related to the library environment and of information resources in various forms, including electronic

·       Knowledge of community resources, needs and interests

·       Knowledge of the principles of organization, supervision and administration

·       Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills as needed to work effectively with staff, volunteers and library users demonstrating the ability to work in a team environment

·       Ability to plan and present programs and to train others effectively

·       Self-motivated, flexible and adaptable to change

·       Strong public service and professional commitment

·       Demonstrates broad, in-depth, and up-to-date knowledge of reference resources

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·       Plans and coordinates the activities of a department, division, or service of the library system, carrying out objectives for assigned library service

·       Participates in the planning and development of policies and budget and assists in evaluating programs, collections and services of assigned areas

·       Uses various resources to assist staff and library users in locating information

·       Coordinate, train and evaluate personnel assigned to the division or department

·       Recommends acquisition of materials and equipment appropriate for the division or department collections to meet the needs of users within the mission of the library

·       Collects and analyzes data and prepares reports, recommending service responses as needed

·       Develops and implements programs and projects in areas of responsibility and develops training materials suitable for various ages and educational levels

·       Assists or trains other library system staff, county department staff, and library users in use of department/division collections and equipment

·       Represents the library system and cooperates with other community organizations in joint projects

·       Keeps abreast of current developments in the field through programs of continuing education, professional reading and participation in professional organizations

·       Required to work during a local declared state of emergency

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs related work as required.

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.]

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primarily indoor library setting, but occasionally in other community locations.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEMANDS

Acceptable eyesight and hearing (with or without correction) to safely perform duties. Light (up to 15 pounds) lifting and carrying. Walking, standing, bending, and stooping.

NOTE: The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.