Librarian – Special Collections Position Available In Charlotte, Florida

Librarian – Special Collections

Charlotte County Libraries and History X Details Posted:

05-Jun-25

Location:

Port Charlotte, Florida Type:

Full Time (In-Office)

Salary:

$23.31 – $30.88

Categories:

Archives Management

Special Collections Pay Frequency:

Hourly Required Education:

Masters Charlotte County Libraries and History is seeking a highly motivated and public-oriented Special Collections Librarian with experience in local history collections. The candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day running of two archival facilities as well as performing collaborative work with Libraries and History staff, including front-line library tasks. This involves the acquisition and evaluation of new and existing material, original cataloging of items into the integrated library system, and the proper housing of all archival material. Candidates are also expected to plan, direct, and implement a diverse array of programming and outreach while also working to increase the accessibility of the archival collection through the digitization of material for the online archives and periodic exhibits within each library branch.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides exceptional customer service to library patrons and the public; greets visitors and directs to areas of library; provides assistance and information related to library programs, services, materials, facilities, equipment, fees, and procedures; resolves problems and/or complaints via all forms of communication. Assists patrons in requesting, selecting, and locating library materials; research book titles, book availability, patron records, or related information and assists patrons in the use of public access computers and internet. Participates in the selection, retention, and general development of library collections; reviews patron requests; makes recommendations and/or selects books for purchase; prepares order lists for purchase of library materials; and removes/weeds outdated, worn, and little-used materials from library collections as needed. Develops and implements library programs; plans, organizes, and conducts educational and cultural programs, book talks and other programs and events to facilities/Recreation Centers/Libraries within the County.
Visits all Charlotte County locations/schools/other locations to provide community outreach and special events to promote services; and maintains records of program participation. Travel may include out of the County for training, conferences, special events, etc.
Processes inter-library loan requests from patrons and other libraries; verifies and identifies requested materials; receives/processes borrowing requests and incoming material; and completes internal/external documentation. Instructs patrons in use of various library systems and resources, such as the Internet, Dewey Decimal system, indexes, databases, printers, software programs, network programs, etc.; provides guidance, direction, and technical expertise. Conducts computer training classes for library staff and members of the public and prepares instructional materials. May plan, assign, schedule, and review the work of a small team of employees and/or volunteers engaged in general library work. Prepares reports and maintains records relating to library activities. Performs original cataloging, oversees the cataloging format, and makes decisions pertaining to bibliographic data. Research, locate, and provide information in response to public requests, programming, and activities. Properly safeguards cultural assets and historical collection and make those assets available for research and study. Maintains environmental and storage conditions and supplies necessary to preserve cultural assets and historical collection. Provides exceptional customer assistance, problem-solving, and/or complaint resolution by all forms of communication. Create a Job Match for