LIBRARIAN

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Moore Haven (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; 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

The GEO Group is seeking a librarian to manage daily library operations, including cataloging and circulation, and to supervise inmate library aides. The role supports educational and vocational programs within the facility and collaborates with instructors for orientation and training.

Qualifications include a MLS/BA in library science or equivalent, with preferred experience in institutional libraries and a valid driver’s license.

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.

Skills

Library operations

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in library sciences

Job description

Benefits Information

• 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

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.


• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary

Performs overall daily maintenance of the library to include, ordering, cataloging, classifying, circulation, and maintaining all library periodicals, books, and materials. Provides information and assistance on use of the card catalog. Maintains acquisition of selected books.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains, organizes and supervises the circulation of library materials.


• Supervises and trainsinmatelibrary 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 assignedinmate 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

GEO Secured Services

Facility Overview

The facility provides a full range of correctional services including dental, medical and psychological services, education,and vocational training. Work and educational programs are designed to reduce recidivism and include academic and vocational education, vocational planning, substance abuse education, general counseling, life skills and transition planning.