Librarian: Buckingham Correctional Center #ED003

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Buckingham, VA

3d•$58,659 - $82,265•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing quality library services to incarcerated individuals. This includes maintaining an organized and up-to-date Media Resource Center, teaching library skills, and selecting and organizing library materials.

Requirements

Eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsement in Library Media Pre K-12 with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university OR Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS/MSLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university.
Must be eligible for a Librarian’s license through the Library of Virginia.
Experience in library policies and procedures.
Experience managing a library in a public or educational environment.
Working knowledge and experience in library services in an educational environment.
Working knowledge of general library practices, acquisitions, and supervision of library staff.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS/MSLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association accredited college or university.
Possess a Librarian’s license through the Library of Virginia.
Experience in implementing and managing library and its programs in a correctional or other alternative setting.
Teachers License from Department of Education (Media Services).
Knowledge and ability to supervise library staff.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with inmates.
Working knowledge of Correctional Education and working with inmates in an educational environment.