Kinston-Lenoir County Public Library
Youth Services Dept. Head
Maysville Public Library
Librarian I

Job Class: Full-time 

Rate of Pay and Benefits: Salary of $42,000 a year with health benefits, paid vacation and sick leave after the introductory period, and membership in the NC Retirement System. 

Direct Supervisor: Director of Libraries 

Tentative Hours: Monday-Friday with a rotating Saturday (every 3rd) GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES 

An employee in this class performs as a senior department head under the  immediate supervision of the Director of Libraries and works directly with the administration in the development and implementation of system-wide special projects, long-range planning, and procedural improvements for the entire Library System. Duties  are performed under general directions from the Director of Libraries and/or the Assistant  Director in support of the Library’s strategic plan and are evaluated through conferences and professional observations for soundness of judgment, innovation, and initiative in  managing the assigned department. 

EXAMPLES OF WORK 

  • Plans, organizes, and directs the overall activities of the Youth Services Department.  
  • Interviews, selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates department employees, and provides effective leadership to independently performing professionals.
  • Performs general departmental duties as required by the position including, but not limited to, collection development, general reference, and maintaining statistical  profiles.  
  • Oversees the preparation of programming for children and their caregivers that includes Early Literacy, after-school and outreach programs, as well as other activities that support literacy. 
  • Develops plans for upcoming programming and assists with marketing and evaluating the effectiveness of presented programs.
  • Assists the administration in establishing goals, plans, procedures, and objectives of the Library System. 
  • Performs special projects as assigned by the Director of Libraries and related work as required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

  • Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of library science and modern library management 
  • Thorough knowledge of library techniques, systems, working tools, technologies, and procedures, including emerging digital formats and technologies
  • Ability to plan, organize, and administer a public library department and direct the work of its staff 
  • Ability to present ideas effectively orally and in writing, including through public presentations 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with library personnel and patrons 

REQUIREMENTS 

  • A Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution with at least two (2) years of professional library experience 
  • Certification by the North Carolina Public Library Certification Board
  • North Carolina driver’s license acquired within 30 days of employment
  • Drug test prior to employment

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Physical Demands: Job involves a considerable amount of movement and activity. Work routinely involves lifting or handling material weighing up to 30 lbs., using a computer, traveling to other work locations, and transporting materials and equipment  related to programming and outreach services.  

Mental Demands: This is high-level professional and technical work requiring  sophisticated reasoning and independent judgment. Work is performed with minimal supervision and allows for significant discretion and variance in work routine. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with  disabilities to perform essential functions. Neuse Regional Libraries are strongly  committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of  harassment, discrimination and inequality. As part of our commitment, we will not  tolerate any form of discrimination toward applicants, who will be treated equally  and with respect regardless of race, age, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, 

marital status, veteran’s status, sexual preference, disability, genetic information,  or any other class protected under state law. 

HOW TO APPLY:  

Submit a resume, an NRL application found at  

https://www.neuselibrary.org/employment/ with 3 professional references to  applications@neuselibrary.org. A first review of applications will begin April 15, 2024. If  you would like further details, please contact Melanie Morgan at 252.527.7066 ext.  130. Neuse Regional Libraries are an equal opportunity employer and will comply with  federal and state statutes regarding discrimination in employment matters.

Positions Available: Maysville Public Library, Librarian I

Job Class: Part Time 

Rate of Pay and Benefits:  Beginning pay grade $13.50 an hour

Direct Supervisor: Assistant Director

Hours:  Tuesdays 12:45 -7 pm, Wednesdays 11:45 am -6 pm

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK

 

  • Provides friendly and helpful library services to patrons while working the public desk. This could include: reference questions, reader’s advisory, technology assistance, circulation of materials, and more. 
  • Participates in the development and implementation of library programming.
  • Creates library displays and markets library through social media platforms. 
  • Ensures all policies and procedures of the Neuse Regional Libraries are followed.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 

  • Ability to establish and maintain positive working relations with library staff and patrons
  • Effective communication by phone, e-mail, or in person in both one-on-one and group settings
  • Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

  • A two (2) year degree or a high school diploma and relevant work experience and training
  • North Carolina driver’s license acquired within 30 days of employment

 

Working Conditions: 

Physical Demands:  Job involves a considerable amount of movement and activity.  Work routinely involves lifting or handling material weighing up to 30 lbs., using a computer, traveling to other work locations, and transporting materials and equipment related to programming and outreach services. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Neuse Regional Libraries are strongly committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination and inequality. As part of our commitment, we will not tolerate any form of discrimination toward applicants, who will be treated equally and with respect regardless of race, age, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual preference, disability, genetic information, or any other class protected under state law.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit application with 3 professional references to applications@neuselibrary.org. Neuse Regional Libraries applications can be found at https://www.neuselibrary.org/employment.

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