Department:

Libraries & Historical Resources

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Do you thrive when working independently and are you gifted with an attention to detail? Are you knowledgeable of current and classic materials, in all formats? Our library system needs a Collection Development Librarian with a concentration on serials, databases, standing orders, genealogy, and local Florida history collection development and acquisitions, along with patron requests. This role starts at $53,456.00, benefits begin within 60 days of hire, and there are many opportunities for advancement. Apply today!

Why Sarasota County? Our award-winning public library system offers extensive collections where people of all ages can find their hobbies, their histories, their music, art, and culture. In addition to books, videos, digital resources and more, plentiful public meeting spaces provide places to meet neighbors and elected officials and explore their myriad connections to each other and their neighborhoods.

About the Position

In this role you will specialize in collection development/maintenance, customer service, staff development, and general administration tasks. Examples of key areas of interest are listed, but not limited, to the items below.

Collection Development/Maintenance:

Develop, establish, and apply selection and evaluation criteria to build a collection of high-quality and relevant resources for Databases and Serials.Primary responsibility for Patron Requests integrates research on circulation patterns and trends into forward-thinking planning and purchasing processes.Participate in establishing policies around materials acquisition and de-selection.Make acquisition decisions consistent with policy.Evaluate materials and resources in various formats to develop and maintain the collection.Maintain an in-depth and current knowledge of the collection, ensuring the maintenance of the collection through coordinated de-selection and replacement.Liaison with Historical Resources staff to identify and acquire local history and genealogy materials.Monitor the materials budget and keep track of monies spent and encumbered.Participate in the development and maintenance of reference resources to meet community needs.

Customer Service:

Develop and implement standards of service that ensure the prompt and efficient resolution of each inquiry by internal and external customers, delivered with the utmost courtesy and respect.Meet with vendors and book publishers.Promote the value of products and services within the library and throughout the community.Develop strategies and sources to stay well informed as a readers’ advisor.
 

About the Schedule

Work Hours

Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

On rare occasion employees may be re-assigned to a different work location (other than original assignment) within the library system to meet changing service needs.

All employees are expected to participate in the hours of operation, for the Library location, including daytime, evening and weekend hours.

About You

Minimum Qualifications

 Master's degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association.

-OR- Bachelor’s degree and enrolled in an MLS/MLIS program with the ability to obtain an MLS/MLIS within twelve (12) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

One year of experience in a library environment.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Rate: $53,456.00

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)  

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.

Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally. 

A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.

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