About the Position

Our Librarians are known for customer service, programming, outreach, collection development/maintenance, administration, and staff development. In this role you will...

• Develop and implement standards of service that ensure the prompt and efficient resolution of each inquiry, delivered with the utmost respect and courtesy.

• Promote understanding and use of the library, its technology, and resources by presenting individual and group training programs.

• Assist customers by locating answers to questions, including Interlibrary Loan services and referrals to agencies outside the library.

• Keep abreast of developments, new trends, and innovations in libraries.

• Aid at service desks and to other sections as needed.

• Represent Sarasota County and the library/library interests to library users and within the community.

• Prepare reviews, press releases, bibliographies, and other promotional displays.

• Analyze and identify service population needs, developing and directing plans to meet those needs.

• Network with other agencies to provide and obtain materials and services.

• Participate in setting unit, library, and system goals, contributing to decision making and the evaluation of progress.

Selby Library Hours of Operation:

• Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

• Friday and Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) or the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Science Professionals (CILIP).

• - OR - Bachelor’s degree and enrolled in an MLS/MLIS program with the ability to obtain an MLS/MLIS within twelve months of hire.

• Valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in a library environment.

• Skill in using various electronic devices, including, but not limited to Kindle, Nook, tablets, and iPads and imparting this knowledge to customers of all ages.

• Ability to train/coach patrons in the use of technology.