Adult Services Librarian (Popular Materials) Job at Charleston County Public Lib

Reports To : Supervisory Librarian (Popular Materials)

General Summary :

The Librarian, under the general direction of the Supervisory Librarian, is responsible for planning, implementing, and promoting in-branch and outreach programming to adults. Responsible for collection maintenance of adult materials. Collects and reports adult programming statistics. As a Librarian, you must demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, as a great part of this job will involve interacting with the local community.

Responsibilities :

All duties listed below are essential job functions for which reasonable accommodations will be made. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and / or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related tasks as requested by the Branch / Department Manager subject to reasonable accommodations.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities :

• Provide reader's advisory and information services to customers with a focus on Adult materials.
• Develop new, as well as maintain ongoing adult programs to include STEAM / STEM and virtual programs.
• Will be responsible for the monitoring and maintenance of Main’s Meeting Room booking requests.
• Participate in daily public service desk rotation to assist patrons with locating resources and computer usage.
• Create, plan and coordinate community programs that increase library awareness, including off-site programs.
• Must be comfortable proactively seeking out customers to help in all areas of the library (desk, roving, e-mail, phone, or additional methods of communication).
• Create booklists, book displays, and provide technology assistance and demonstrations for young adults.
• Contribute content concerning adult services and materials to the Communications and Programming Department for inclusion in the Library’s social media presence.
• Collect and report adult programming statistics.
• Perform routine desk duties under professional supervision, helping patrons locate and check out materials.
• Participate in collection development and maintenance, including recommending Adult materials for acquisition and withdrawal in consultation with Branch Manager and Library Collection and Technical Services staff.
• Assist the public in the use of technology, including software, online tools, and mobile devices.
• Responsible for planning, implementing, and promoting in-branch, as well as outreach programming for adults.
• Must be flexible to assume additional responsibilities as needed to maintain branch operations, including periodic supervisory duties of the entire facility.
• Keep informed of current services and trends related to public libraries.
• Candidates should be good listeners and communicators, present a positive attitude, enjoy working cooperatively as a team member, and place top priority on customer service.
• Must demonstrate knowledge, appreciation, and understanding of adult materials, both print and electronic.
• Assist with Community Hub Services such as the rental assistance program, vaccine clinics, voting process, as well as other programs and services that are provided by CCPL.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Qualifications and Requirements :

Benefits and Compensation :

Charleston County Public Library offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, 401k, and a Pension Plan.

$47,528.00 - $53,518.40 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

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