Librarian I - Myersville, United States - Frederick County Government

Frederick County Government

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Myersville, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

JOB INFORMATION:

Join the vibrant, community-minded team at Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL) We are seeking a creative, energetic, and visionary individual to become part of our team.

Located in Central Maryland between Washington D.C. and Baltimore, FCPL is a rapidly developing system of nine libraries and two bookmobiles. Our mission is to facilitate the public's freedom to explore, to invent, and to transform. FCPL connects people to ideas and to each other, helping to foster individual and community growth.

POSITION DETAILS:

Librarian I salary = $52,426 year

Library Specialist salary = $48,997 year
This professional position will assist in managing Reference/Adult Services at the Myersville Community Library. This position provides direct library service to the general public, and especially to adults and teens.

Supervision is given to Shelvers, and volunteers:
and direction may be given to department staff. Supervision is received from the Branch Administrator.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much we value our employees.

The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in highdeductible plan)
Comprehensive Dental and Vision Insurance Plan options
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance benefit
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Participation in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System
Vesting after 10 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Flexible Spending Accounts, etc.

For more information, visit our benefits
page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage
.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist customers of all ages in using computerized and print information sources for general reference, information and readers' advisory requests and/or direct them to other appropriate sources
Maintain indepth knowledge of the collection, current literature, and content delivery formats
Develop, implement and evaluate innovative age appropriate programs and outreach for adults and teens
Participate in and support planning and implementation of systemwide programs, events and outreach
Manage branch or systemlevel services/ programs and/or lead projects and teams, as assigned
Manage collections for effective access and usefulness, as assigned
Perform bibliographic searches related to interlibrary loan requests and reserves
Work with the Branch Administrator to identify, plan, implement and evaluate promotion, marketing and outreach activities for alignment and effectiveness in communicating the mission and goals of the library, and the value of library products and services to the public, organizations, businesses, and other community entities.
Establish and maintain working relationships and partnerships with community organizations, groups and individuals, including outreach and programming
Oversee maintenance of appropriate collection, working under the direction of the supervisor
Provide content/information for publication on the FCPL Website
Assist in developing and presenting training to FCPL staff and general public on library/information resources, services, policies, programming, and procedures
Assume duties and responsibilities of "librarianin charge" as assigned and make decisions in accordance with regulations and established policies
Supervise, train and evaluate Shelvers and volunteers as assigned
May work in conjunction with children's services staff to assist with implementing age appropriate programs for children when needed
Participate in department, branch and systemwide work teams and committees
Prepare displays and programs to promote reading and library services
Explain FCPL policy and procedures to the public and monitor proper library behavior and safety.
Recommend materials for acquisition or withdrawal from circulation
Attend related workshops, meetings and learning opportunities
Perform other related duties as required