Librarian

CoreCivic; Whiteville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Tennessee seeks a Librarian to oversee a general and/or law library within a secure institution, ensuring access to resources for inmate populations.

The role involves developing a catalog system, managing acquisitions, interlibrary loans, and guiding inmate workers while enforcing library procedures and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Experience with library procedures including circulation methods, cataloging and legal reference materials.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain library catalog system, classification, and circulation system to facilitate reference/research services.
• Examine reviews and catalogs to recommend acquisition of materials; order and maintain reference materials.
• Direct inmate workers and staff in receiving, shelving, and locating materials, including current legal references.
• Manage ordering, processing and circulation of interlibrary book loans.
• Develop procedures governing library use and oversee maintenance and sanitation of library areas.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Library Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

$20.81 per hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Librarian who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Librarian oversees the activities of a general purpose and/or law library designed to accommodate the social, educational and legal interest and needs of an inmate/resident population. Acquires and maintains adequate resource materials in accordance with court mandates, contract, audit requirements, and applicable policies.

• Develop and maintain library catalog system, classification, and circulation system to facilitate reference/research services.
• Examine book reviews, publishers' catalogs and other information sources to recommend acquisition of material consistent with the needs of the population. Order and maintain reference materials, and assist inmates in locating and selecting materials to encourage the use of reading programs.
• Direct inmate workers and/or staff in receiving, shelving and locating materials consistent with the needs of the population, to include current legal/law reference materials, as applicable.
• Manage the ordering, processing and circulation of interlibrary book loans.
• Develop procedures governing the use of library, equipment and supplies, and oversees the maintenance and sanitation of library areas.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Experience with library procedures and operations, to include circulation methods, cataloging and legal reference materials is required.
• Must possess certificate, license or other credentials required by contract or state of employment.
• Experience in Microsoft Office or other similar software applications is preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE-including Disability/Veteran.