Librarian

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Librarian, Full Time. Additional vacancies may be filled from this recruitment for a different location/section within the library system. This position may be assigned to any location/section within the Libraries Division based on operational needs.

The purpose of this position is to deliver public service, plan, and coordinate the activities of a service section. This may include supervising staff, project and program coordination, cultivating outreach efforts, and supporting division-wide initiatives. This position requires the individual to demonstrate the highest level of excellent customer service and professionalism to internal and external customers of the Division. Additionally, the essential skills of this position requires an individual who is flexible and adaptable in performing tasks and meeting customers’ needs.

• Provide reference and technical support to customers of all ages
• Work with the team to develop and provide high-quality programs, classes, and events for all ages
• Plan and acquire resources needed for programs and services
• Accurately collect and report statistics
• Conduct tours for students to highlight the collection and services
• Be responsible for a designated section of the library’s collection to ensure relevance through selection, de-selection, and assessment of the library collection
• Serve as Supervisor in Charge as assigned
• Maintain effective relationships with community groups and local stakeholders
• Regularly participate in outreach activities
• Serve on committees and teams to improve service to the public

• Coordinate and oversee volunteer activities and documenting hours performed
• Team leader or lead worker on specific assigned projects
• Maintaining awareness and responsiveness to the changing needs in the community

This position will also perform related work as assigned and may be assigned to work at any library location based on operational needs.

This announcement will remain active until a sufficient number of applications has been received and may close at any time.

Requires a Master’s degree from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or closely related field.

None.

• Master’s degree or higher in Education or related field that is separate but relevant from the Minimum Qualifications
• ALA Leadership Certificate
• Sunshine State Library Leadership Institute Certificate
• Post Master’s Certificate in Librarianship
• Certificate in African, African American, Caribbean History, or Black Studies, and/or Archival Studies
• Six (6) months or more experience in Grants Writing
• Six (6) months or more experience in Project Planning
• One (1) year or more experience processing historical/archival collections, creating DACS-compliant finding aids and encoding finding aids related to African and African American history and culture

Performs related library services and provides customer service to library patrons. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Provides service to the public answering reference questions, phone calls, providing computer assistance, locating or reserving items for customers, and directing customers to other areas of the library. It is critical that the Librarian be able to perform public service functions across all sections.

Develops and delivers programs for customers of all ages to meet the educational, informational, and recreational needs of the community, and provides an attractive and stimulating environment to learn and grow; plans and develops special exhibits.

Assists in all aspects of summer learning program that will meet the needs of all age ranges. This includes booking entertainment, providing and presenting programs, decorating, setting up displays, registration and prizes; promoting events in print and electronic formats.

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