Librarian I-IS/Local & State History #117000058
Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center
Headquarters Branch
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS: | Master's degree in Library Science is required. Trainee Requirements: 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. Management preference: Experience or coursework in genealogy or family history research methods is preferred |
DUTIES: | **To be considered for this position you must attach a cover letter and resume to your online application** This position is located at the Headquarters Library and is responsible for providing advanced library services to customers in the Local and State History Department and at Information Services Department service points. This position is responsible for the supervision, training, and scheduling of staff and may regularly act as Person-in-Charge in absence of Headquarters Manager. · Staffs a public service point and performs proactive reference; answers complex customer questions about information and technology resources, including genealogy and family history resources · Provides one-on-one instruction/training for customers on an appointment basis (Book-a-Librarian) · Serves as a working member of councils and committees as assigned (adult programming committee, web team, innovation review team, database task force, etc.) · Working with immediate supervisor, may hire, supervise, train, evaluate, and schedule assigned subordinate staff; may also provide input on performance evaluations of subordinate staff not directly supervised · Participates in collection maintenance, including weeding and discarding items and identifying and recommending replacement titles and new materials |
AVAILABLE: | immediately |
APPLY BY: | March 19, 2021 |
TO APPLY: | 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. |
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: | Contact Ms. Amanda Turnmire: aturnmire@co.cumberland.nc.us or (910) 323-6101 Library website: http://www.cumberland.lib.nc.us/ccplsite/content/employment-opportunities |
Additional Info & Requirements
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
Cumberland County Human Resources Department, Amanda Turnmire (910) 323-6101