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Librarian Senior - Youth Services

Salary

$59,909.22 - $65,000.00 Annually

Location

Boynton Beach, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2024-1007

Department

RECREATION & CULTURAL SERVICES

Division

Library

Opening Date

12/10/2024

Closing Date

12/27/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

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Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to perform senior level professional library work, including supervision of daily subdivision operations and it's staff; participation in the planning and implementation process; monitoring of library budget and service programs; assisting patrons; selecting and recommending materials for collection; determining patron informational needs; searching electronic databases; and creating reports.

Essential Functions

The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Librarian, Senior incumbents are assigned to the Customer Services, Youth & Teen Services, and Reference/Integrated Library System (ILS) Services and perform the following duties, accordingly:

Establishes schedules, programming and/or customer service methods.

Implements policies and procedures; and reviews and approves payroll.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates work of assigned staff, addressing employee concerns and problems; directs work, counsels, and manages employee performance.

Advises individuals seeking information.

Compiles bibliographies and assembles materials on special/timely topics.

Compiles statistical reports for a variety of library services.

Develops, evaluates and monitors library materials for collection; reviews and recommends books and non-book selections for collection based upon national and local collection development standards.

Collects and manages monies from the sale of items and/or the printing jobs for patrons.

Participates in the budgeting process, including setting goals and strategic planning.

Participates in the planning, development and design for displays and exhibits.

Performs research and evaluates the relevance of information as related to patron informational needs; provides reference/research assistance to patrons by answering specific questions either in person or by telephone and/or e-mail.

Plans, coordinates and implements library programs.

Provides bibliographic instruction to the public.

Provides telephone service by answering questions dealing with programs, services and the Library collection.

Specializes in providing research services for the public, using both print resources and databases.

Researches and reviews newly available reference sources and services.

Works with the collection development coordinator, assumes responsibility for collection maintenance of assigned collections.

Acts as ILS Administrator in the application administration, configuration, and maintenance of the ILS.

Administers the functionality of the ILS operations; provides troubleshooting, technical support and problem resolution.

Supports and maintains library account authentication platforms.

Administers contact with ILS and other third-party vendors for ongoing maintenance.

Communicates changes, planned upgrades, anticipated needs and system errors to administration and staff.

Trains new staff on the use of the Koha ILS.

Monitors and evaluates volunteer program; trains volunteers; and monitors and coordinates staff for seasonal programming.

Advises and instructs patrons in the use of the Internet and other electronic databases.

Collaborates with library colleagues on grant project development and proposal writing.

Serves on appropriate committees and represents the Library in the community.

Keeps abreast of national, state and local developments.

Participates in Collection Development, Collection Management, reviewing customer requests and making the appropriate recommendations for additions and deletions.

Oversees and ensures professional and paraprofessional staff are providing exceptional customer service to Library patrons.

Assists in marketing the library; speaks to community groups; arranges tours and other special activities; designs and implements response to public needs and concerns.

Conducts in-service training within assigned division for professional and paraprofessional staff including orientation.

Evaluates staffing levels and prepares scheduling of staff for all customer service points.

Serves as a member of the Library Leadership Team.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Masters degree in Library and Information Science, from an ALA accredited university or college; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience involving professional library work, with two (2) years of supervisory experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

Supplemental Information

Communication Competencies / K.S.A.'s

COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

The ability to clearly communicate Department and City Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to employees and peers using multiple communication platforms including e-mail and social media.

Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.

Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, owners, tenants, City officials, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the field of library science in general and of area of responsibility (i.e. assigned division).

Knowledge of professional library principles, practices and techniques.

Knowledge of current literature, trends and developments in the field of library science, appropriate to the area of assignment.

Ability to work with the public and library colleagues in a professional manner.

Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, statistical and informational resources.

Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in frequently changing situations.

Ability to apply principles of influence, such as motivation, incentives, and leadership and to exercise independent judgment in solving problems.

Ability to make fair and appropriate decisions when responding to customer concerns.

Ability to prepare information and speak to public groups.

Ability to write and document events in a professional manner.

Ability to perform general administrative tasks and complete data entry.

Ability to operate a computer and basic Microsoft Office and library programs.

Ability to perform database searches in appropriate subject areas.

Ability to troubleshoot, research, and resolve customer issues.

Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with all persons interacted with during the performance of duties.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.

Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the City's benefit package.

The City of Boynton Beach's comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Student Loan Forgiveness

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Care Plan

• Basic Term Life Insurance

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Accidental Death and

Dismemberment Insurance

• City Pension Plan

• Short Term Disability and other Supplemental Plans

• Long Term Disability Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 457 Savings Plan (three options)

• Paid Annual Leave / Vacation

• Bonus Vacation Hours

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Paid Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

• Educational Assistance Program *(Depending on budget funding)

• On-site Training Program

• Wellness Program

• Pre-Paid Legal and Identity Theft Protection Plans

• Credit Union

• Tax Deferred 125 Premium Plan

• Flexible Spending Account

• Direct Deposit

• Social Security

Student Loan Forgiveness

Let your City of Boynton Beach employment work for you! Under the U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, your student loan balance may be forgiven after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. Visit StudentAid.gov/publicservice for more information or to see if you qualify.

Health Insurance

The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).

Dental Insurance

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.

Vision Care Plan

Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.

Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance

Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.

Dependent Life Insurance

Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.

City Retirement / Pension Plans

The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.

Supplemental Plans

Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.

Short and Long Term Disability

The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.

Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)

The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.

Vacation

All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.

Holidays

The City observes12 paid holidays throughout the year.

Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave

Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.

Tuition Assistance*(Depending on available budget funding)

The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.

Wellness Program

The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.

Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan

Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.

CreditUnion

All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.

Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium

Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.

Direct Deposit

Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.

01

What is the highest level of education you completed?

02

Please specify the degree(s) you possess and the field of study of each degree. If you do not have a degree, please write "N/A" below.

03

How many combined years of experience do you possess directly involving professional Library work?

04

Please provide details about your experience selected from question #3. Please include your position title(s), employer name(s) and length of time in position(s). If this does not apply, please write "N/A."

05

How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?

06

Please provide details about your experience selected from question #5. Please include position title(s), employer name(s) and length of time in position(s). If this does not apply to you, please write "N/A."

07

Do you have previous experience working in a public Library setting?

• Yes

• No

  08

  Do you have experience with Grant Writing and Grant Administration?

• Yes

• No

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Agency

City of Boynton Beach

Address

100 E. Ocean Ave

City Hall - Human Resources

Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435

Phone

5617426275

5617426275

Website

http://www.boynton-beach.org

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