Information Services Librarian 40 hours, Headquarters Library See details

Infodepot; Boiling Springs (SC); On-site; USD 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Information Services Librarian to provide exceptional customer service and manage library programs effectively. The role requires a Master's in Library Science and strong communication skills, offering a competitive salary of $43,888. Flexibility in scheduling is required to meet community needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA library school.
• Community focused, patron oriented, with a desire to provide excellent customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides superior customer service with information requests and programs.
• Collaborates to plan and promote library programs.
• Handles financial transactions and maintains attractive collections.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Technology proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree in Library Science

Job description

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a cover letter, application, and resume.
*Internal candidates must apply online. Submit a cover letter and updated resume by June 2, 2025

POSTING DATE: May 19, 2025
JOB TITLE: Information Services Librarian, Grade 23
LOCATION: Headquarters Library
DATE AVAILABLE: July 1, 2025
SALARY: $43,888 per year (Includes generous benefit package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Week A: Sun 12:15-5:15; Mon OFF; Tues 8:30-5:45; Wed 11:15-8:15;Thurs 8:30-5:45; Fri 9:15-6:15; Sat OFF

Week B & C: Sun OFF; Mon 8:30-5:30; Tues 8:30-5:30; Wed 11:15-8:15;Thurs 8:30-5:30; Fri 8:30-5:30 Sat OFF

Week D: Sun OFF; Mon 8:30-5:45; Tues 8:30-5:30; Wed 11:15-8:15; Thurs8:30-5:45; Fri OFF; Sat 9:15-5:15

(Note:Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes, may be asked to work othertimes as needed).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA library school. Must complete pre-employment testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides superior customer servicewith information requests, reader’s advisory questions, computers, andprinting and copying.

• Collaborates with communitypartners, patrons, and other staff to plan, organize, promote, and presentrelevant, innovative assistance and programs for patrons.

• Serves as a U.S. Passport agent byscheduling and executing appointments, maintaining the standards outlinedin the Passport Application Resource Guide (PARG), and keeping up withother duties directed by the Facility Manager and Passport ProgramLead.

• Selects, catalogs, and maintainsour Government Documents collection as SCPL’s representative to theFederal Depository Library Program and acts as the expert in thatcollection. This will require collaboration with colleagues in the ThomasCooper library in USC Columbia and elsewhere in South Carolina.

• Maintains our Law Librarycollection and acts as the expert in that collection.

• Handles financial transactions andassists in preparing bank deposits.

• Participates in maintaining anattractive department including maintaining and promoting collections,displays and signage.

• Serves as Librarian-in-Charge whenassigned.

• Remains aware of safety andsecurity issues and takes appropriate action as needed; roves the libraryto maintain awareness of patron needs and security.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA LibrarySchool.
• Community focused, patron oriented, desire to provide excellentcustomer service
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with technology and ability to guide those with variouslevels of understanding
• Ability to establish deadlines, monitor progress, and work wellwith a team
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive to otherlibraries or community outreach

The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a partof the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do nothesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.