Librarian (Community Outreach)

2 weeks ago


Suffolk, Virginia, United States City of Suffolk, VA Full time
Job Title: Librarian (Community Engagement)

Join the City of Suffolk, VA team as a Librarian (Community Engagement) and play a vital role in developing and implementing outreach services and community partnerships to support the Community Engagement Department's priorities.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, the Community Engagement Librarian performs professional library work researching and implementing outreach services and community partnerships in support of Community Engagement Department priorities. The successful candidate will develop, lead, and implement outreach services for various demographics, analyze community data, and identify community needs.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement outreach services for various demographics, including developing resources and services that extend library services beyond library locations.
  • Analyze community data and identify community needs to inform services developed by the Community Engagement Department.
  • Provide ongoing leadership and support for existing library outreach by keeping abreast of professional trends and incorporating knowledge in departmental training and development.
  • Work alongside other departments in their development of community-responsive library services by identifying resource gaps, current community needs, and potential supporting partnerships.
  • Assist patrons regarding reference demands and perform readers' advisory services; respond to citizen requests for assistance in using the department's computer system.
  • Maintain knowledge of the reference and circulating collections, electronic resources; maintain reference and circulating collections.
  • Interpret and apply library policies and procedures for customers and staff; demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
  • Maintain an awareness of new literature, technologies, trends, and advances in the profession; read professional literature; maintain professional affiliations; attend workshops and training sessions as appropriate and incorporate knowledge into daily work.
  • Perform work at the Public Services desk, which includes checking materials in and out, placing reserves, and responding to the informational needs of the library patrons.
  • Perform reference tasks such as instructing readers in the use of reference tools, including computer, copier, and microfilm machine; and answering reference questions and requests by phone or in person.
Requirements:
  • Master's Degree in an ALA-accredited program in Library Science or possession of Librarian's Professional Certificate from the Commonwealth of Virginia State Library Board and experience in a library setting or closely related field.
  • Valid driver's license.
Benefits:

The City of Suffolk, VA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement, paid time off, sick leave, personal leave, health insurance, supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and more.

Please note that the job description is subject to change based on the needs of the department and the city.



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