Job Description
| POSITION OVERVIEW: | This position is located at the Headquarters Library and is responsible for providing advanced library services to customers at the Information Service Desk. Staffs a public service point and provides immediate customer assistance; performs proactive reference; answers complex customer questions about information and technology resources; performs intermediate troubleshooting of library equipment. Trains the public in the use of library resources and equipment, including online catalog and databases. Knows, enforces, and interprets rules governing the use of the library; provides in-depth readers' advisory services; staffs the online chat reference as assigned. Prepares, presents, and schedules classes on basic and intermediate computer skills for the public including (Book-a-Librarian); prepares and presents programming for adult and all-ages audiences; hosts and facilitates library book clubs. Hires, supervises, trains, evaluates, and schedules assigned subordinate staff. May regularly act as Person-in-Charge in absence of branch manager. |
| CONDITIONS: | 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. |
| QUALIFICATIONS: | Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in library science is required. Trainee applicants must have completed at least 75% of required course work towards an MLS and submit a letter from the Dean of the Library School that states the number of credit hours already obtained and that the candidate can complete all Master’s degree requirements within 12 months. |
| AVAILABLE: | immediately |
| APPLY BY: | November 14, 2021 |
| TO APPLY: | We accept on-line applications only. You may complete the application from our website at https://agency.governmentjobs.com/cumberlandcountync/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=3293451&sharedWindow=0 Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed county application. |
| FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: | Inquiries about this job posting may be directed to Amanda Turnmire, Cumberland County Human Resources at aturnmire@co.cumberland.nc.us |
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Sick Leave – 12 days per year
Annual Leave – Begins with 12 days per year and increases up to 27 days per year based on years of service
Paid Holidays – 13 days per year
Additional Info & Requirements
Cumberland County offers a Wellness Clinic for employees and their dependents over age 12
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
Cumberland County Human Resources Department, Amanda Turnmire (910) 323-6101