Spartanburg County Public Libraries

POSTING DATE: November 28, 2023
JOB TITLE: Community Connections Librarian, Grade 23
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: January 1, 2024
SALARY: $41,310 per year (Includes generous benefits package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Week A: M 8:30-5:30; T 12:15-9:15; W 8:30-5:30; Th 8:30-5:30; F 8:30-5:30; S OFF

Week B: M 8:30-5:30; T 12:15-9:15; W 8:30-5:30; Th 8:30-5:00 F OFF; Sat 8:45-6:15

Week C: Su 12:55-6:15; M OFF; T 12:15-9:15; W 8:30-5:30; Th 8:30-5:30; F 12:15-9:15; S OFF

Week D: M 8:30-5:30; T 12:15-9:15; W 8:30-5:30; Th 8:30-5:30; F 8:30-5:30; S OFF

(Note: Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes, may be asked to work other times as needed).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA Library School. Must complete pre-employment testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides superior customer service with information requests, reader’s advisory questions, computers, and printing and copying.
Collaborates with community partners, patrons, and other staff to plan, organize, promote, and present relevant, innovative assistance and programs for patrons
Schedules, executes and provides statistics as a US Passport Acceptance Agent
Handles financial transactions and assists in preparing bank deposits
Participates in maintaining an attractive department including maintaining and promoting collections, displays and signage
Serves as Librarian-in-Charge when assigned
Remains aware of safety and security issues and takes appropriate action as needed; roves the library to maintain awareness of patron needs and security

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA Library School.
Community focused, patron oriented, desire to provide excellent customer service
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with technology and ability to guide those with various levels of understanding
Ability to establish deadlines, monitor progress, and work well with a team
Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach

The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a part of the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do not hesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.

151 South Church Street, Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306-3241, (864)596-3507, www.spartanburglibraries.org
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