Correctional Library Specialist

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Moore Haven (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions seeks a librarian to maintain daily library operations within the facility and oversee inmate aides. You will manage circulation, cataloging, and acquisitions to support educational and reintegration programs.

Responsibilities include supervising inmate aides, developing a balanced collection, conducting inventories, and assisting with budgeting and reporting. A library degree or certification is required, with driver’s license and relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in library sciences or related field or provisional/professional Librarian Certification required.
• One (1) year work experience and/or training preferred in the operation and maintenance of a small institutional library required. Must have overall knowledge of library operations, procedures, and structures as evidenced in work experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, organizes and supervises the circulation of library materials.
• Supervises and trains inmate library aides.
• Recommends library procedures and regulations for the Center.
• Selects library books, periodicals and materials for purchase. Develops and maintains a balanced collection appropriate to the needs of the assigned inmate population.
• Conducts library inventories. Prepares, maintains and reports appropriate records pertaining to circulation, inventory, newspapers and magazines.
• May conduct library orientation for classes in coordination with instructors.
• Assists in preparation of library budget.
• Prepares and submits special reports as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in library sciences or related field

Provisional/professional Librarian Certification

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions seeks a librarian to maintain daily library operations within the facility and oversee inmate aides. You will manage circulation, cataloging, and acquisitions to support educational and reintegration programs.

Responsibilities include supervising inmate aides, developing a balanced collection, conducting inventories, and assisting with budgeting and reporting. A library degree or certification is required, with driver’s license and relevant experience preferred.