Library Specialist-Outreach Services

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Gloucester, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 11032023-02
Department: LIBRARY
Opening Date: 11/03/2023
Description
Are you looking for a position that combines both your organizational and customer service skills? Gloucester County is in search of a Library Specialist to offer Outreach Services for our awesome Gloucester Community.
Are you energetic, a self-starter, and have a passion for customer service? If so, we want you to join our team!
Under supervision, performs para-professional library work developing and delivering outreach services in the County. Performs circulation duties, readers' advisory and reference and conducts programs for all ages; drives the outreach vehicle and ensures timely vehicle maintenance.
Employee must exercise tact and courtesy in all contacts with library patrons and the public.
Reports to Library Director.
Hiring salary: $37,144 Depending on Qualifications
Job Highlights

• Coordinates and develops special programs/classes/events/activities for community locations including, but not limited to, assisted living facilities, schools, neighborhoods, community centers, and community events.
• Develops routes and schedules outreach visits in the County.
• Assists patrons with reader services and inquiries regarding various topics.
• Performs tasks at in-house circulation desks as needed.
• Assists patrons with the use of computers and other equipment including copiers and printers.
• Assists patrons with the use of library databases.
• Answers phone, opens/closes library locations on rotating shifts, and provides technical assistance to patrons using library computers, printers, copiers, and other public equipment.
• Registers patrons for library programs and based on assignment, may assist with implementing and promoting special events and activities.
• Attends seminars and workshops relevant to library services.
• May operate County vehicle to retrieve and distribute interoffice mail, deposit monies, and transport library materials and supplies between County libraries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

For a complete job description: Library Specialist-Outreach Services
Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma/GED supplemented by secondary coursework in child development, children/adult literature. Associate Degree preferred.
Two (2) years of progressive experience in public library work.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.
To be considered for this position, your online application must include your cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references.
Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.
Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace
OUR Community: Gloucester County
Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
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What is your current highest level of education completed?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
• HS Diploma or GED
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• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

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Indicate the number of years experience you have working in a library setting?

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