Librarian II (Ged/Adult Learning & Adult Services)

Fulton County•Various Locations In Fulton County, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs duties related to providing advanced professional library services to patrons and managing a collection or specialized library function. Responsibilities include selecting library books and materials, providing complex reference assistance and bibliographic instruction to patrons, managing a library program initiative, and serving as an expert in a specialized subject area. Additional responsibilities include organizing, leading, planning, directing and/or implementing outreach services, programs, initiatives and presentations. This classification is distinguished from Librarian I in that this class manages a subject collection and/or library program initiative, whereas the latter performs general Librarian duties.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Library Science
3 years of professional Librarian experience
1 year of lead or supervisory experience
Certification as a Professional Librarian issued by the State of Georgia within six (6) months of employment.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license as required by area assignment.
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

Responsibilities

Provides customer service to Library patrons and the public, including assistance and information related to library programs, services, materials, facilities, equipment, fees, procedures, or other issues.
Responds to questions and complaints related to library operations; researches problems and initiates problem resolution.
Greets visitors and directs to areas of library; assists patrons with various library services; voter registration.
Assists patrons in requesting, selecting, and locating library materials; researches book titles, book availability, patron records, or related information.
Exercises discretion and limited authority regarding library programs, collections, and general operations.
Designs and delivers programming to targeted readership.
Serves on committees and task forces.
Assists in drafting policies and procedures, and making recommendations to supervisor.
Maintains records of program participation.
Assists in developing goals and objectives for area of specialty/assignment.
Prepares descriptive inventories of historical records and documents as required.
Recommends allocation of financial, staffing, equipment, space, and bibliographic resources necessary to meet goals and objectives.
Communicates goals, objectives, and policies to the public.
Assists in developing and managing the implementation of short- and long-range plans for an assigned library section or collection.
Manages the selection, retention, and general development of assigned library collections.
Evaluates publications for inclusion in collection; selects books for purchase; prepares order lists for purchase of library materials.
Removes/weeds outdated, worn, and little-used materials from library collections as needed.
Catalogs library materials as required.
Leads, coordinates and/or provides daily work assistance to employees, volunteers, or community service workers.
Coordinates Library programs and daily work activities.
Consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise.
Assists in developing and monitoring assigned library program budget as required.
Provides specialized reference services and bibliographic instruction to patrons as required.
Develops and implements training programs that support and enhance the department’s short and long range mission, goals, and strategies as well as improve library staff’s ability to meet organizational and position objectives.
Conducts training needs assessments.
Conducts individual, small and large group trainings.
Creates training specific reports that track ROI, training plans, and other department specific goals.
Conduct training on topics such as SIRI, Kronos, New Hire Orientation, department practices, policies, and procedures, cataloging, and etc. (By position assignment)
Monitors inventory levels of equipment and supplies: initiates requests for new or replacement materials; recommends the purchase, lease or rental of equipment related to services in assigned area.
Participates in inventorying archives as required.
Assists with the development of archival procedures and the evaluation and classification of manuscripts and research materials as required.
Establishes and maintains relationships with community agencies and institutions.
Develops partnerships to enhance library system awareness and promote services.
Conducts community outreach events and library card drives.
Serves as a community liaison for collection development.
Instructs patrons in use of various library systems/resources, including Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC), Internet, and Dewey Decimal system.
Instructs patrons in use of indexes and databases to locate periodical literature.
Instructs patrons in use of various print and online periodical databases.
Instructs patrons in use of library computers, printers, software programs, network programs, and other library equipment.
Conducts formal classes as assigned.
Performs cataloging and classification (original cataloging) of library materials in accordance with current international cataloging standards, local and FCLS (Fulton County Library System) practices.
Creates MARC (Machine Readable Catalog) in records and update OCLC records to the Library’s online catalog.
Classifies records via the Dewey Decimal System or other mandated systems and construct call numbers for materials added to the Library’s collections.
Assist with authority control of database. (By position assignment)
Processes inter-library loan requests from patrons.
Processes inter-library loan requests from other libraries.
Performs all duties of subordinate Library personnel as needed.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, and correspondence, such as inter-library loan requests, schedules, meeting room calendars, statistical reports (includes the utilization of SIRSIDYNIX), order lists, book lists, library cards, receipts, recording door statistics, voter registration forms, supply requisitions, time cards, flyers, signs, or other documents.
Operates various equipment associated with library operations, which may include an online card catalog, self-check machine, computer, printer, microfilm reader, overhead projector, microphone, television, alarm system, security monitor, copy machine, facsimile machine, postage meter, bar code scanner, book cart, calculator, and telephone.
Maintains adequate supply of paper in equipment paper trays.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; utilizes word processing, database, networking, desktop publishing, e-mail, Internet, or other software programs.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, volunteers, community service workers, library patrons, other libraries, community organizations, government agencies, school/educational officials, school groups, the public, the media, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction.
Performs other duties as assigned.