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The City of North Miami Beach is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time position in the Library Department. The salary range for this role is $53,138.80 to $79,708.30 annually. This position is located in North Miami Beach, FL. Job Description
Under limited supervision, the head of children's services will oversee the daily activities of this department. Responsibilities include developing, planning, and implementing services for children through 6th grade, including collection development, programming, and community outreach. The role requires evenings and weekends and reports to a certified Librarian III or higher. Examples of Duties
The duties listed below are the normal duties and responsibilities of this position. The omission of specific statements related to the duties and responsibilities of this position does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or reasonable within the scope of the position. Maintains awareness of current library issues and trends by reading professional and related literature and attending workshops, conferences, and courses. Knowledge of library reference materials and tools of research. Provides reference services to individuals of all age groups. Provides classes to the community. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinate library staff engaged in a variety of library operations. Provides staff development and training of supervised professionals, para-professionals, clerical, technical, and promotional services. Assists the public with the continuous familiarization of library resources and digital media. Promotes educational and digital services in the library and the community. Creates digital graphics in the promotion of library programming. Maintains websites and social media in the promotion of library programming and cultural events. Creates educational programming for a diverse community with a wide range of needs from toddlers to seniors. Professional library work involving a wide range of library operations. Supervision of lower staff. Analyzes collection development needs. Ability to reconfigure spaces in order to create various environments based on programming needs. Performs related lower level work as required. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's in Education or Media Specialist, Academic Research, Computer Science, or related field. Graduate degree from ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS program or related program required. Three years or more experience in public library services. Supplemental Information
Adult services and programming experience or digital archival experience. Supervises part-time employees and volunteers involved in delivery of library services. Knowledge of library reference materials and tools of research. Knowledge of library automation systems and applications. Knowledge of cataloging principles and practices. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Knowledge of customer service principles and techniques. Ability to analyze operational problems and make recommendations for their solutions. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of professional and para-professional and support staff. Ability to interpret library policies, objectives, and services to the public and staff. Ability to comprehend and apply technical library theory. Ability to perform effective library reference, reader's advisory duties, and other professional level library work. Ability to develop innovative programs for the library and its customers. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with library patrons, employees, and supervisors. Ability to maintain fiscal and administrative records. Ability to effectively express ideas and information, verbally and in writing. Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale. Ability to prepare written reports. Employee Acknowledgement I have read and understand the duties and essential functions of the position and can perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations. Please sign, date, and present this receipt and acknowledgment form to the Human Resources Department. This receipt and acknowledgment form will be kept in your personnel file. Employee Name (Print):_________________________ Employee Signature:_________________________ Date:_________________ Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of education, training and experience; oral interview(s); background investigation; reference checks; medical evaluation; controlled substance screening. Preference will be given to certain veterans, spouses of veterans, or unmarried widows/widowers of veteran. Proof of veterans' eligibility must be provided at time of application. EOE M/F/D/V. Applicants with disabilities who desire special accommodation MUST notify the Human Resources Department at the time of application. The City of North Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible full-time employees which include annual leave, holiday pay, personal days, birthday, and sick leave as well as medical, life, and short-term disability insurance. For more information on our employee benefits package, please contact the Human Resources Department. Do you have your Bachelor's in Education or Media Specialist, Academic Research, Computer Science, or any related field? YES NO Do you obtain a graduate degree from an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS program or related program? YES NO Do you have at least three or more years of experience in public library services? If yes, please explain where and how long. * Required Question
The City of North Miami Beach is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time position in the Library Department. The salary range for this role is $53,138.80 to $79,708.30 annually. This position is located in North Miami Beach, FL. Job Description
Under limited supervision, the head of children's services will oversee the daily activities of this department. Responsibilities include developing, planning, and implementing services for children through 6th grade, including collection development, programming, and community outreach. The role requires evenings and weekends and reports to a certified Librarian III or higher. Examples of Duties
The duties listed below are the normal duties and responsibilities of this position. The omission of specific statements related to the duties and responsibilities of this position does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or reasonable within the scope of the position. Maintains awareness of current library issues and trends by reading professional and related literature and attending workshops, conferences, and courses. Knowledge of library reference materials and tools of research. Provides reference services to individuals of all age groups. Provides classes to the community. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinate library staff engaged in a variety of library operations. Provides staff development and training of supervised professionals, para-professionals, clerical, technical, and promotional services. Assists the public with the continuous familiarization of library resources and digital media. Promotes educational and digital services in the library and the community. Creates digital graphics in the promotion of library programming. Maintains websites and social media in the promotion of library programming and cultural events. Creates educational programming for a diverse community with a wide range of needs from toddlers to seniors. Professional library work involving a wide range of library operations. Supervision of lower staff. Analyzes collection development needs. Ability to reconfigure spaces in order to create various environments based on programming needs. Performs related lower level work as required. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's in Education or Media Specialist, Academic Research, Computer Science, or related field. Graduate degree from ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS program or related program required. Three years or more experience in public library services. Supplemental Information
Adult services and programming experience or digital archival experience. Supervises part-time employees and volunteers involved in delivery of library services. Knowledge of library reference materials and tools of research. Knowledge of library automation systems and applications. Knowledge of cataloging principles and practices. Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices. Knowledge of customer service principles and techniques. Ability to analyze operational problems and make recommendations for their solutions. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of professional and para-professional and support staff. Ability to interpret library policies, objectives, and services to the public and staff. Ability to comprehend and apply technical library theory. Ability to perform effective library reference, reader's advisory duties, and other professional level library work. Ability to develop innovative programs for the library and its customers. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with library patrons, employees, and supervisors. Ability to maintain fiscal and administrative records. Ability to effectively express ideas and information, verbally and in writing. Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale. Ability to prepare written reports. Employee Acknowledgement I have read and understand the duties and essential functions of the position and can perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations. Please sign, date, and present this receipt and acknowledgment form to the Human Resources Department. This receipt and acknowledgment form will be kept in your personnel file. Employee Name (Print):_________________________ Employee Signature:_________________________ Date:_________________ Applicants who demonstrate they meet the minimum requirements may be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to, evaluation of education, training and experience; oral interview(s); background investigation; reference checks; medical evaluation; controlled substance screening. Preference will be given to certain veterans, spouses of veterans, or unmarried widows/widowers of veteran. Proof of veterans' eligibility must be provided at time of application. EOE M/F/D/V. Applicants with disabilities who desire special accommodation MUST notify the Human Resources Department at the time of application. The City of North Miami Beach offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible full-time employees which include annual leave, holiday pay, personal days, birthday, and sick leave as well as medical, life, and short-term disability insurance. For more information on our employee benefits package, please contact the Human Resources Department. Do you have your Bachelor's in Education or Media Specialist, Academic Research, Computer Science, or any related field? YES NO Do you obtain a graduate degree from an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS program or related program? YES NO Do you have at least three or more years of experience in public library services? If yes, please explain where and how long. * Required Question