LIBRARIAN II (Bookmobile)

City of Lynchburg•Lynchburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs professional library work planning, developing, coordinating, and evaluating library services and outreach provided through the Lynchburg Public Library’s Bookmobile. The successful candidate will be responsible for collection development, programming, community outreach, and the supervision and evaluation of Bookmobile staff. Works collaboratively with the Bookmobile Manager of Operations to ensure effective, responsive, and high-quality Bookmobile service. This position will work directly on the Bookmobile and drive the vehicle and will be required to work nights, weekends, and special community events.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution required.
Minimum three to five years of professional library experience, including supervisory experience, required.
Strong knowledge of the principles and methods of modern library service, including automated systems, collection development, programming, outreach, and digital resources.
Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and public engagement skills.
Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment.
May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.
Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with City standards.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates library services provided through the Bookmobile in alignment with the library's mission, strategic priorities, and service standards
Leads collection development for the bookmobile, including selection, evaluation, weeding, and maintenance of materials to meet the interests and needs of the communities served
Analyzes circulation statistics, patron feedback, community demographics, and other data to inform collection development and service decisions
Designs and coordinates engaging library programs, including literacy, educational, cultural, and community-based programs, with assistance from the Bookmobile Manager of Operations and other library staff
Supervises, directs, trains, and evaluates Bookmobile staff, including full-time and part-time employees
Establishes and maintains partnerships and professional relationships with schools, nonprofit organizations, community agencies, businesses, neighborhood organizations, and other community groups
Provides professional reference, reader's advisory, technology assistance, and other library services to Bookmobile patrons
Collects, analyzes, and reports data related to Bookmobile use, programming, outreach, partnerships, and community impact
Maintains knowledge of current trends and best practices in public librarianship, outreach, collection development, early literacy, programming, and community engagement
Assists with development and monitoring of the Bookmobile budget and recommends expenditures related to collections, programming, outreach, and services
Ensures that Bookmobile services are accessible, welcoming, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of diverse communities
Participates in library planning, committees, staff meetings, professional development, and system-wide initiatives
Collaborates with other library staff members as requested on special projects
When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery