Title/Subtitle: LIBRARIAN II – YOUTH SERVICES
Libraries Administration
Auto requisition ID: 4381BR
Assignment: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Work Location: (149) East Regional Library
Salary Min – Max: $50,440 – $90,792
Expected Hiring Range: $50,440 – $70,616
How to Apply: Submit fully completed application, resume, and cover letter at www.WakeGov.com/Employment prior to 11:59pm on April 22, 2018. Reference Auto Requisition ID 4381BR.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Department Manager: Regional Library
Department Managers in WCPL Regional Libraries have the primary responsibility for the development and implementation of the program of service, as well as the supervision of staff in either the Adult Services or Youth Services Department. Staffing consists of Librarians and Library Assistants. Program of service in a Regional Library includes collections, public computers, programs and services for adults, and programs and services for youth. The Adult Services Departments present 16-18 programs and book discussions per month and offer an array of services for adults including customized reading lists, job search assistance, Book Club Kit assistance, library tours, and research assistance. The Youth Services Departments present approximately 17 core storytime , school-age, and teen programs and book discussions on a weekly basis, with the addition of special monthly programs for the school-aged child and the Teen Leadership Corps. Each Department Manager works with their Regional Library Manager, the Deputy Library Director, and Senior Library Managers to plan for services, staffing, and programs at their location.
Key Responsibilities of a Department Manager:
• Supervise and evaluate department staff
• Act as “Manager on Duty” as needed
• Evaluate programs and services to best meet the needs of the community
• Work with Regional Library Manager to address library collection and
staffing needs
• Work with system peers to set the direction for programming and services
on a system level
• Work with groups of Librarians to plan adult or youth programs and services
to implement on a local level
• Communicate and liaise with program partners
• Plan and facilitate staff meetings
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for staff
• Contribute to the creation of daily, weekly and monthly schedules
• Communicate system priorities, decisions, and policies to staff in a timely
manner
WCPL is currently hiring a Youth Services Department Manager for:
East Regional Library (closed for renovation, reopening 4/28/18)
946 Steeple Square Ct.
Knightdale, NC 27545
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies:
• Supervise and evaluate department staff
• Act as “Manager on Duty” as needed
• Evaluate programs and services to best meet the needs of the community
• Work with Regional Library Manager to address library collection and
staffing needs
• Work with system peers to set the direction for programming and services
on a system level
• Work with groups of Librarians to plan adult or youth programs and services
to implement on a local level
• Communicate and liaise with program partners
• Plan and facilitate staff meetings
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for staff
• Contribute to the creation of daily, weekly and monthly schedules
• Communicate system priorities, decisions, and policies to staff in a timely
manner
Minimum Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Librarianship or related field: MLS, MLIS, MIS, ML from an ALA accredited program or NC program and one year of professional public library experience.
Preferred Experience, Skills and Training (beyond the minimum requirements):
Two years of professional public library experience; Experience with current Youth Services practices and trends.
Background/EEOC Policy: Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Wake County:
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the second-most populous county in the state, with approximately 1,000,000 residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve four-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.063 billion, employs approximately 3,800 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award -winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package. http://www.wakegov.com/employment/benefits/Documents/Wake%20County%20Benefits%20Summary.pdf
Questions: Please contact Rea Brown, Wake County Human Resources Office, at 919-856-6097 or Rea.Brown@wakegov.com.