Reference Librarian/Adult Services Programmer

Colleton County; Walterboro (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Colleton County Government is seeking a Reference Librarian/Adult Services Programmer for Colleton County Memorial Library. The successful candidate will plan and conduct reference services, assist patrons with reference needs, and train staff and patrons in the use of reference and electronic resources.

A Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts with 1–3 years of public library experience is required; Master’s in Librarianship is preferred with 1–3 years of public library experience, or an equivalent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with concentration in liberal arts and 1–3 years of public library experience.
• Master’s degree in Librarianship preferred with 1–3 years of public library experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Pre-employment drug screen and a satisfactory background check are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct reference services throughout the library system.
• Provide professional assistance to library patrons with reference needs and resources.
• Train staff and patrons in the use of reference and electronic resources.

Education

Bachelor's degree in liberal arts

Master's degree in Librarianship

Tools

Interlibrary Loan systems

Job description

Reference Librarian/Adult Services Programmer

Library

Colleton County Government is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Reference Librarian/ Adult Services Programmer for Colleton County Memorial Library. The successful candidate will under general supervision plan and conduct reference services throughout the library system. Will provide professional assistance to library patrons who have reference needs and perform a variety of other duties including training staff and patrons in the use of reference and electronic resources, recommending reference materials, maintaining the vertical file, handling the Interlibrary Loan function of the library, and maintaining the Reference and SC Room.Will also plan and coordinate all adult programming for the main library.

A Bachelor’s degree with concentration in liberal arts and one to three years of public library experience is required (Master’s degree in Librarianship preferred with one to three years of public library experience); or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Pre-employment drug screen and a satisfactory background check are also required.

The SC Works Colleton Center is located at 500 Forest Circle Drive, Walterboro, SC 29488. The position will remain open until filled. Colleton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.