Youth Services Librarian II – Powder Springs Library Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

Youth Services Librarian II – Powder Springs Library

Salary
$53,57984 Annually
Location Library Department Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
04136
Department
Library
Opening Date
05/20/2025
Closing Date
6/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
110
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Position Information
This position is located at the Powder Springs Library, located on the Ford Center campus in the city of Powder Springs The position is the lead in the Youth Services Department and is responsible for planning and implementing programs for youth and families as well as engaging in community outreach Programming will include storytimes, STEM programming, art and literacy based programming, and more The successful candidate should be experienced in working with ages birth to 18 This position will have supervisory responsibilities and may be in charge in the absence of the Branch Manager This position requires having a current Georgia Librarian Certificate in place prior to starting
Essential Functions
Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned employees, volunteers, or community service workers: processes concerns and problems, directs work, counsels, disciplines and completes employee performance appraisals
Supervises the operations of a branch or an assigned collection: coordinates daily work activities; organizes and prioritizes workload; makes work assignments; provides training as needed; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work; and troubleshoots problem situations
Develops and implements library programs and activities in assigned areas: designs programming to targeted readership; maintains records of program participation; assists in developing goals and objectives for area of specialty; recommends allocation of financial, staffing, equipment, space, and bibliographic resources necessary to meet goals and objectives; interprets goals, objectives, and policies to the public; and coordinates and oversees arrangement of physical facilities in assigned area; and manages the library in the absence of the branch manager
Provides customer service to library patrons and the public: provides 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 in requesting, selecting, and locating library materials; and researches book titles, book availability, patron records, or related information; supervises the receipt and preparation of materials for cataloging; verifies the accuracy of bibliographic records; links processed items to matching records in database
Supervises the selection, retention, and general development of a library collection: oversees the selection of books, periodicals, and other materials for purchase; prepares and oversees the preparation of order lists for purchase of library materials; reviews donated materials and determines which items to add to collection; and removes outdated, worn, and little-used materials from library collections as needed
Monitors usage of library computers: explains and enforces library rules for use of computers and Internet; performs basic maintenance and troubleshooting of computer systems and library equipment; and coordinates service and repair activities, as needed
Processes inter-library loan requests from patrons and other libraries: verifies and identifies requested materials; receives and processes borrowing requests and incoming material; and completes related documentation
Provides outreach for the branch: visits schools to promote library services and programs; attends meetings of neighborhood organizations and various committees; promotes literacy programs; and initiates and coordinates tours
Performs related administrative duties: monitors patron activities to ensure safety; monitors branch for needed maintenance or repairs; reviews meeting space applications; compiles statistics; and prepares and submits a variety of reports
Monitors inventory levels of equipment and supplies: initiates requests for new or replacement materials; and recommends the purchase, lease or rental of equipment related to services in assigned area
Performs all duties of subordinate library personnel as needed: provides circulation services to patrons; repairs or mends damaged books and materials; re-shelves and locates books and materials; restocks supplies; and performs general tasks related to operation and upkeep of the library
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Library Science & Information Science from an ALA Accredited University, supplemented by one year of librarian experience in library operations
Preferred Qualifications
Enjoy working with children and families
Enjoy outreach and getting out into the community
Experience as a supervisor
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Librarian certification
Physical Abilities
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 (12-20 pounds)
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally