Librarian II (Bookmobile), Lynchburg Public Library

VLA; Lynchburg (VA); Híbrido; USD 47.000 - 57.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Lynchburg Public Library in Lynchburg, VA, seeks Librarian II (Bookmobile) to manage Bookmobile services, develop collections, plan outreach and supervise staff.

The role requires driving the Bookmobile, working nights and weekends, and building partnerships with schools and community groups. A MLS/MLIS and 3–5 years of professional library experience, including supervisory duties, are expected.

Formación

• Master’s degree in LIS from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional library experience, including supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of library services, collection development, programming, outreach, and digital resources.
• Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and public engagement skills.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate Bookmobile library services.
• Lead collection development for the bookmobile, including selection, weeding, and maintenance.
• Analyze circulation statistics and patron feedback to inform decisions.
• Design and coordinate engaging library programs with staff support.
• Supervise and evaluate Bookmobile staff (full- and part-time).
• Establish partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and community groups.
• Provide reference, readers' advisory, and technology assistance to patrons.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Public engagement

Communication

Organizational skills

Educación

MLIS (ALA-accredited)

Herramientas

Automated library systems

Descripción del empleo

POSITION: Librarian II (Bookmobile), Lynchburg Public Library
LOCATION: Lynchburg, VA
SALARY: $52,000
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

Description

Performs professional library work planning, developing, coordinating, and evaluating library services and outreach provided through the Lynchburg Public Library’s Bookmobile. The successful candidate will be responsible for collection development, programming, community outreach, and the supervision and evaluation of Bookmobile staff. Works collaboratively with the Bookmobile Manager of Operations to ensure effective, responsive, and high-quality Bookmobile service. This position will work directly on the Bookmobile and drive the vehicle and will be required to work nights, weekends, and special community events.

• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates library services provided through the Bookmobile in alignment with the library's mission, strategic priorities, and service standards
• Leads collection development for the bookmobile, including selection, evaluation, weeding, and maintenance of materials to meet the interests and needs of the communities served
• Analyzes circulation statistics, patron feedback, community demographics, and other data to inform collection development and service decisions
• Designs and coordinates engaging library programs, including literacy, educational, cultural, and community-based programs, with assistance from the Bookmobile Manager of Operations and other library staff
• Supervises, directs, trains, and evaluates Bookmobile staff, including full-time and part-time employees
• Establishes and maintains partnerships and professional relationships with schools, nonprofit organizations, community agencies, businesses, neighborhood organizations, and other community groups
• Provides professional reference, reader's advisory, technology assistance, and other library services to Bookmobile patrons
• Collects, analyzes, and reports data related to Bookmobile use, programming, outreach, partnerships, and community impact
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and best practices in public librarianship, outreach, collection development, early literacy, programming, and community engagement
• Assists with development and monitoring of the Bookmobile budget and recommends expenditures related to collections, programming, outreach, and services
• Ensures that Bookmobile services are accessible, welcoming, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of diverse communities
• Participates in library planning, committees, staff meetings, professional development, and system-wide initiatives

• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates library services provided through the Bookmobile in alignment with the library's mission, strategic priorities, and service standards
• Leads collection development for the bookmobile, including selection, evaluation, weeding, and maintenance of materials to meet the interests and needs of the communities served
• Analyzes circulation statistics, patron feedback, community demographics, and other data to inform collection development and service decisions
• Designs and coordinates engaging library programs, including literacy, educational, cultural, and community-based programs, with assistance from the Bookmobile Manager of Operations and other library staff
• Supervises, directs, trains, and evaluates Bookmobile staff, including full-time and part-time employees
• Establishes and maintains partnerships and professional relationships with schools, nonprofit organizations, community agencies, businesses, neighborhood organizations, and other community groups
• Provides professional reference, reader's advisory, technology assistance, and other library services to Bookmobile patrons
• Collects, analyzes, and reports data related to Bookmobile use, programming, outreach, partnerships, and community impact
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and best practices in public librarianship, outreach, collection development, early literacy, programming, and community engagement
• Assists with development and monitoring of the Bookmobile budget and recommends expenditures related to collections, programming, outreach, and services
• Ensures that Bookmobile services are accessible, welcoming, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of diverse communities
• Participates in library planning, committees, staff meetings, professional development, and system-wide initiatives

Additional Duties

• Collaborates with other library staff members as requested on special projects
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises assigned staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution required.
• Minimum three to five years of professional library experience, including supervisory experience, required. Strong knowledge of the principles and methods of modern library service, including automated systems, collection development, programming, outreach, and digital resources. Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and public engagement skills.

Additional Requirements

• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with City standards. City Driving Criteria