Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$45,304.00 to $67,567.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Leesburg, VA

Hours

37.50

MLS

Not Specified

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL) is seeking energetic, creative, and community-oriented leaders for three positions at our new library in Sterling, VA: Head of Children’s Services, Head of Teen Services and Head of Adult Services.

Located in a dynamic and diverse community, the Sterling Library, which opens soon, will be a state-of-the-art resource featuring a makerspace, recording booth, dedicated spaces for children, teens and adults, a large meeting room, a full complement of library materials as well as computers, tablets, and other technologies.

A passion for exceptional customer service and the ability to forge strong ties within the community through outreach and engagement are paramount for success.

Advancing our patrons’ literacy skills, language learning, artistic and STEM abilities, and promoting the joy of reading are among the core missions of the Loudoun County Public Library.

As the only LCPL branch to be open Friday and Saturday nights, the Sterling Library will carry a unique responsibility in our community. In addition, its location in the heart of Sterling Plaza Shopping Center promises to make it a natural civic gathering place for residents.

These positions will oversee Children’s, Adult or Teen staff at the branch, participate in system-wide and branch planning for services and programs to children, adults or teens, serve as a member of the branch management team, and ensure the delivery of high quality services and dynamic programing. Successful candidates will develop and preserve effective relationships with staff, customers, and the community; be team players with excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and stay aware of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in public library services.

Located just 30 miles west of Washington, DC, Loudoun County Public Library is a dynamic, forward-thinking organization that enjoys great community support and has an excellent reputation

HR Info

Ability to lift books and other materials and move heavy book carts. Some bending and stooping required. Spanish/English bilingual skills preferred.

 

Successful candidate will undergo a criminal background check.

Posted Oct 27, 2016