Essential Job Functions include but are not limited to:
Plan and coordinate activities with the library’s outreach vehicle. Creates, plans and coordinates children’s programs and programs for adults both for outreach and in the library dependent on library needs. Will collaborate with pre-schools and schools, churches and other community partners to encourage reading and literacy in the community. Will work closely as a team member with other staff.
Attend workshops, conferences, and training to develop skills that that will benefit the community.
Actively participates in development of long-term goals for the library.
Writes monthly report and compiles statistics.
May work at the circulation desk, answering reference questions, and providing readers’ advisory services and assisting with other front desk duties. May oversee library in absence of higher staff.
This position requires the ability and willingness to travel and work at any library location within the county.
Perform collection development responsibilities; may be responsible for the selection, and maintenance of particular collections.
Engage, encourage, and assist diverse customers in all areas of the library in a welcoming, professional, and respectful manner.
Drive the library’s outreach vehicle.
Assist with the training of staff in various areas.
Other duties as assigned.
The Candidate: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellent customer service skills and flexibility
Experience working with children and children’s literature
Possess solid organizational and communication skills (specifically writing and reading)
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, be dependable, and complete tasks on schedule.
A working knowledge of electronic databases of library materials and computer applications (specifically Microsoft and Google) and be comfortable and proficient using current technology. Display knowledge or interest in emerging technologies.
Exhibit creativity, initiative, and passion about developing library services that benefit the entire community.
Salary:
Hiring Salary Range: $37,000 - $41,000 annually commensurate with education and experience.
ALA accredited Masters of Library Science degree.
Eligible for or holds South Carolina library certification.
Valid driver’s license with safe driving record
Must be able to pass the required pre-employment physical, drug test and background check
Must be able to lift 20 pounds and must have stamina for periods of walking, standing, reaching, and bending.
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit an application, cover letter, resume, three references and salary requirements.
Please email or mail your application to:
Email: Carollewis@chesterlibsc.org
Or write
Search Committee
Chester County Library
P.O. Box 74
Chester, SC 29706
If you have any questions, contact Carol Lewis, Office Manager, Chester County Library. Carollewis@chesterlibsc.org
