Location: Norfolk,VA, USA
The Downtown Branch at Slover invites applications for a part-time Library Associate II position in its Youth Program Division. This position helps coordinate the spaces, services, and resources available to Slover patrons, ages 0-19+.
Success in this position draws on the incumbent's competencies in advocating an inclusive and diverse library environment, nurturing safe and accessible library spaces, embracing innovative processes and technologies that enhance library operations, collaborating with senior leadership and community partners on holistic strategic planning initiatives, and practicing sustainable resources management within available means.Essential functions include but are not limited to:
* Provides customer service by assisting patrons with basic reference questions, providing assistance with computers and equipment, and recommending reading material.
* Assists with collection development by reading professional reviews and selected materials, removing outdated books, and making recommendations for new materials.
* Delivers programs that are within budget and meet the goals of the department.
* Plans and coordinates events by selecting and organizing materials, distributing promotional materials, and decorating and setting up displays.
* Plans and coordinates support services for the program area by supervising and training staff, collection development and budget monitoring.
* Provides quality control over the classification of materials for the system; coordinates work flow and time management for program area; orders and distributes processing supplies for the department and branches.
Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Three years of experience in library, research or related services, including supervisory and/or management experience.Work Hours: This position is up to 20 hours per week. Workdays and hours will vary depending on organizational needs. The facility will be open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and 12-4 p.m. on Sunday. This position will require flexibility to work weekend and evening schedules.