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Librarian, Reference

Salary

$42,717.48 - $85,812.22 Annually

Location

Various Lee County, FL

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

07150KG

Department

Library System

Opening Date

06/10/2024

Closing Date

7/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Expected Hiring Range $42,717.48-$49,400

Are you passionate about libraries, community engagement, and providing exceptional service? Look no further! The Lee County Library System is seeking enthusiastic and community-minded candidates to join our dynamic team at either the Cape Coral - Lee County Library or the East County Regional Library.

• Cape Coral - Lee County Library:

• Established in 1962, this 40,000-square-foot facility in Cape Coral features meeting rooms, conference spaces, a butterfly garden, and numerous computers for patron use. Our staff assists a diverse demographic population, including the 200,000 residents of Cape Coral.

• East County Regional Library:

• Opened in 2001, this 31,000-square-foot library serves an unincorporated, fast-growing area of Lee County. Our patrons come from all walks of life, and the library is particularly popular among middle and high-school-aged youth during school afternoons.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist library users in navigating resources, answering questions, and providing guidance on services.

• Promote inclusivity by engaging positively with people from all walks of life.

• Collaborate with the team to create innovative programs and events for all ages.

Why Join Us?

• Diverse Community: Our library serves one of the fastest-growing areas in Lee County, attracting a rich mix of cultures and backgrounds.

• Teen-Friendly: The library is a popular afterschool spot for teens, offering a safe and inspiring environment.

• Innovation: Expect exciting challenges and opportunities – we’re not your average library!

• Collaborative Fun: Our team knows how to work hard while delivering stellar customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide stellar customer service by assisting patrons of all ages using Library resources and services, including computers, electronic resources, reference and readers’ advisory.

• Maintain a regular schedule of collection maintenance and promotion of the adult's collection through weeding, selection, and displays.

• Demonstrate a proficiency in readers’ advisory to adults.

• May be assigned to participate in branch-specific and system-wide committees.

• Present tours and programs for school and community groups visiting the library.

• Provide technology training to staff and patrons

• May be in charge of the library for specific days or shifts.

• Explain and administer library policies and procedures.

• Actively seek and participate in professional development opportunities and stay abreast of emerging technology and trends.

• Communicate and work effectively and tactfully with co-workers, sharing information and working cohesively as a team.

• Plan and present programs and activities for adults at the library and at outreach locations.

• May supervise paraprofessional personnel.

Education, Experience, Licensing

Minimum Requirements:

• Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science, or a closely related field from a graduate library school program accredited by a professional library association or a Bachelor’s Degree with current enrollment in a graduate library school program accredited by a professional library association and a projected graduation date within six (6) months of hire.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer a Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from a graduate library school program accredited by a professional library association or a Bachelor’s Degree with current enrollment in a graduate library school program accredited by a professional library association and a projected graduation date within six (6) months of hire.

• Prefer one year of library or closely related experience.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record is preferred.

Supplemental Information

Qualifications and Skills:

• Spanish Speaking: Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

• Exceptional Communication: Strong communication skills are preferred.

• Customer Experience: Ability to deliver an exemplary customer experience.

• Teamwork: Effective collaboration within a team.

Adaptability and Community Engagement:

• Technology Adoption: Willingness to learn and adopt new technologies.

• Community Needs: Analyzing community needs and planning relevant programs.

• Partnerships: Engaging community partners to promote library programs.

• Diversity: Positive interaction with diverse populations, including children, teens, and non-English speakers.

Physical Requirements:

• Equipment Operation: Proficiency in using various equipment (cash registers, computers, photocopiers, etc.).

Flexibility and Scheduling:

• Location Transfers: May be required to transfer to other library locations.

• Work Hours: The position requires 80 hours bi-weekly, including evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an Emergency as needed. During an Emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.

Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.

Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.

Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.

Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.

For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at https://www.leegov.com/hr/employees/benefitplans.

To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: https://www.leegov.com/hr/Documents/Employee%20Benefits/2024%20Benefits/2024%20Active%20Employee%20Rates.pdf

Health Benefits:

• Medical Insurance

• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.

• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Medical Reimbursement Account

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy

• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)

• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)

• Optional Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)

• Short-Term Disability

• Sick Leave Pool

• Flu vaccinations

• Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS)

• Two Retirement Plan Options:

1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)

2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

• Financial Savings/Management Programs

• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union

• Employee Leave Benefits

• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Vacation Leave

• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave

• Family and Medical Leave

• Military Family & Medical Leave

• Educational Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.

United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)

Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.

Educational Assistance

Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.

01

Please detail any blend of education and experience that matches the standards of a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science, or a closely related field from a graduate library school program accredited by a professional library association. Alternatively, if you hold a Bachelor's Degree and are currently enrolled in a graduate library school program accredited by a professional library association, with an anticipated graduation within six (6) months of hire, please provide information on that as well. Following this, describe the experiences you deem most pertinent for this role. (Note: Answers such as 'see resume' will not suffice).

02

This position is 80 hours bi-weekly; hours and days will vary to include evenings, Saturdays and some Sundays. Are you available to work this schedule?

• Yes

• No

  03

  Could you share your experience in customer service, your interest in this role, and why our organization appeals to you? What's your definition of excellent customer service? Additionally, have you planned and presented programs for adults before? If yes, what types? Also, have you conducted outreach to adults? If so, what kind of events have you planned or presented?

  04

  Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question

Agency

Lee County Government

Address

P.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902

Phone

(239) 533-2245

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/leecounty

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