LIBRARIAN SPECIALIST - 48007056 (BLIND SERVICES) Date: Mar 4, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 848099 Agency: Department of Education Working Title: LIBRARIAN SPECIALIST - 48007056 (BLIND SERVICES) Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 48007056 Salary: $35,317.26 to $38,848.99 Annually Posting Closing Date: 03/07/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES BUREAU OF BRAILLE & TALKING BOOKS LIBRARY LOCATION:DAYTONA BEACH (VOLUSIA COUNTY) JOB TITLE: LIBRARIAN SPECIALIST - CAREER SERVICE SALARY RANGE: $35,317.26 to $38,848.99 Annually *INTERNAL AGENCY ADVERTISEMENT* Our Mission: The Division of Blind Services ensures blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support, and opportunities to achieve success. In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities. The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible. The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services. With District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, and the Braille and Talking Books Library, the Division of Blind Services has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians. Florida Division of Blind Services Main Page (https://dbs.fldoe.org/) Office Contact: Alice Radford, HR Liasion (386) 239 -6000 Job Description: This position serves as a Librarian Specialist for the Blind/Visually Impaired in the Division of Blind Services Braille and Talking Book Library, located in Daytona Beach, Florida. The incumbent will demonstrate accountability and support towards the goals of the agency leadership and communicate the same to other employees. This includes support to leadership on all program related actions and activities, and as otherwise directed. The incumbent is expected to model, demonstrate, and guide other employees in the use of the principles of flexibility, adaptability, and approachability - while adhering to applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures. Examples of Work: • Answer and direct incoming calls. • Greet library visitors and ensure they sign in. • Handle inventory of office supplies. • Order office supplies from MFMP(My Florida Marketplace). • Prepare and process Travel in STMS for staff (Statewide Travel Management System). • Provide assistance with administrative duties as needed. • Process daily incoming/outgoing mail. • Attend departmental/library meetings. • Attend training and conferences. • Process/maintain patron applications. • Assist the department with projects and reports. Other Duties/Responsibilities: • Assist customers of the library in the most effective use of the service, always following all safety standards. • Will be required to work with library patrons via telephone, in person and electronic communication. • Utilizes a variety of bibliographic tools including but not limited to the Keystone Library Automation System (KLAS), the Florida Electronic Library, print and online resources from the National Library Service (NLS) of the Library of Congress and print and online resources prepared by the Bureau and network partners across the country. • Assist patrons on how to order books using the Online Public Access Catalog-OPAC. • Research authors and subjects that patrons request. • Call new patrons and conduct an orientation to the library services. • Contact and work with subregional libraries. • Assist in recruiting new patrons. • Keep statistics for NLS reporting (each Reader/Advisor reports monthly on the number of calls, emails, walk-ins they served) This data is reported to NLS annually. • Following up on LEADS. • Process transfers for service. • Attend ongoing training in BARD, NLS and KLAS. • Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Strong oral and written communication skills. + Knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. + Possess and model quality and congenial customer service skills. + Employee will use the Keystone Library Automation System (KLAS) extensively in day-to-day work. + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. + Ability to communicate effectively. (Both in writing and verbally). To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services: NOTE: All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Your packet may be held up at the final review step if you are missing any of the below items. • All previous periods of employment must be listed and accounted for. Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first. The following must be included: • Any and all State of Florida jobs. • Any and all Florida Community College or University jobs. • All periods of employment from high school graduation forward. • Periods of unemployment (gaps). *All gaps 3 months (90 days) or more must be accounted for. • Education (high school, GED, Community College, University). • Volunteer Experience. • A current resume must be included with this application, and the information contained in the resume must match the information contained in the state application. • Periods of employment should include the supervisor's name and contact information. Your current place of employment should be included. If you are currently unemployed, please make sure that information is included. • Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed. Gaps of employment of 3 months or more must be addressed on the application. • Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position. • It is unacceptable to use the statement “see resume” in place of entering work history. Your candidate profile will convert to your official application. • Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the candidate profile. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Preference will be given for qualifying veterans, employees in layoff status and qualified candidates based on a review of their overall scores, KSAs, primary and supplemental applications, as well as completion of any required work samples, willingness questionnaires, and behavioral/personality/skills tests, and interview responses, as applicable. References and file reviews from previous employment will be verified to determine suitability. • Other documentation can be attached to provide additional information. • Individuals lacking the ability to competently do the job and those who are unable to positively contribute to a productive team environment, need not apply. • The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening. • If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach the correct supporting documentation to be considered (DD214). • If you are claiming Right to First Interview, you must attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. • All documentation is due by the close of the job requisition/advertisement. If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at: 877-562-7287. WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS! » State Group Insurance coverage options + + (health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental options) » Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year » Student Loan Forgiveness (Eligibility Required) » Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida Community Colleges/Universities) » Career Growth » Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits » Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com) » Annual and Sick Leave Benefits » Flexible Spending Accounts » Employee Assistance Program (EAP) » Ongoing comprehensive training provided » Highly skilled, professional environment BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT: It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. The Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. For more information, please visit the Social Security website. Selective Service System (SSS): Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962 will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For more information, please visit the Selective Service website. The Florida Division of Blind Services is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of Veterans and individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32114 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32124 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32117 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32120 DAYTONA BEACH, FL, US, 32118 Nearest Major Market:Daytona Beach