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Librarian II/Emerging Adult Services Specialist #117000110

Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center

Headquarters Branch

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$43,009.00 to $45,370.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Fayetteville, NC

Hours

40.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Required

Supervisory Experience

Not Required

Type of Library

Public

Social

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Job Description

We accept on-line applications only. You may complete the application from our website at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cumberlandcountync/default.cfm Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed county application. An employee in this position assists the Youth Services Division Manager in system-wide teen and new adult planning and programming; assumes responsibilities for Youth Services in the absence of the Youth Services Division Manager under the guidance of other Division Managers. Develops and implements dynamic system-wide services; coordinates and develops system-wide activities such as the annual Librari-Con, Teen Summer Reading Program, and STEAM programming; develops innovative programs and ensures their replication at various locations; assists with coordination and purchasing of craft kits; encourages the development of programs by other Youth Services staff and facilitates the sharing of programming resources. • Coordinates the system-wide Misdemeanor Diversion Program. • Leads a team approach by collaborating with staff and community partners to provide engaging and effective workforce development programs for ages 13 to 23; works closely with the library workforce development team leader to achieve this goal; including vocational job fairs. • Assists the Youth Services Division Manager in setting agendas for Youth Services Council meetings. • Participates in system-wide councils and task forces. • Assists in the promotion of teen and new adult services and resources. • Prepares and develops bibliographic tools to encourage use of the library's collection and resources. • Promotes Youth Services by speaking to teachers and other faculty groups as well as community groups serving, or interested in teens and new adults. • Coordinates outreach visits to middle and high schools with other Youth Services staff. • Coordinates the sharing of assignment information with library staff to ensure optimum reference assistance for students. In addition, plans and implements outside programming for the emerging adult population. • Performs reference assistance to all customers as scheduled. • Provides training for Youth Services staff and other staff related to serving youth, ages 13-23; develops resources for on-going training and education related to youth, ages 13-23. • Identifies and writes grants for the enhancement of Youth Services. • Under the direction of the Youth Services Division Manager, maintains budgets and expenditures as assigned; compiles, prepares, and maintains reports, records, and statistics. • Orders teen materials for the library system. • Performs other related duties as required or assigned. • Pursues professional development by attending workshops, seminars and webinars and by reading professional journals.

Additional Info & Requirements

Master of Library Science degree (MLS) with 18 months experience as a MLS professional librarian in a public library. Equivalent Training: Master's degree in a related field and four years' experience in a K-12 educational institution or public library youth services department accepted; or Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science followed by six years' experience in a K-12 educational institution or public library youth services department. Selected applicant must have access to transportation and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record at the time of hire. Within 60 days of hire, must obtain and show proof of a valid NC Driver’s License and must maintain an acceptable driving record while employed; background check with local law enforcement agency required; and must submit to a drug-screening test and receive a negative result for the use of drugs specified in the county policy. Refusal to submit to testing or a confirmed positive test shall be basis for withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.

The Community

Cumberland County, located in the heart of North Carolina, offers a mixture of cultural diversity and southern hospitality. In addition to a dynamic award-winning library system, Winner of the National Medal for Museum and Library Service, our area has a beautiful climate, cultural activities, dining and shopping, recreation, golf, and nightlife.

Website
https://www.cumberlandcountync.gov/departments/library-group/library

Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cumberlandcountync

HR Info

Contact Trina Whitfield (910) 323-6100 twhitfield@co.cumberland.nc.us or the Cumberland County Human Resources Department at (910) 678-7655; Library website: http://www.cumberland.lib.nc.us/ccplsite/content/employment-opportunities

Posted Feb 25, 2020