Senior Bookmobile Outreach Librarian

Durham County Government; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government is seeking a Bookmobile team member within the Family Literacy and Community Services unit at the Main Library, delivering outreach to preschool and elementary-age children and educators. You will drive the Bookmobile (22’ Sprinter van), support literacy programs, and work across Durham County locations, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Must have a valid NC Driver’s License, be able to travel to community sites, and provide excellent customer service while

Qualifications

• Knowledge of currently library practices and public library services and programs.
• Thorough knowledge of children’s literature.
• General knowledge of reader interests and books and authors.
• Ability to identify and translate patron needs and interests into effective library services and programs.
• Must be able to lift and transport large quantities of books multiple times throughout the day.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to go out into the community during inclement weather.
• Basic computer skills.
• Possess excellent internal and external customer service skills.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and comply with library rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain pleasant and effective working relationships with other employees, library customers, and community organizations.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in the team-based environment of the Family Literacy and Community Services (FLaCS) unit.
• Provide outreach, programs, and services at various events in the community to encourage discovery, connect the community, and lead in literacy.
• Provide mobile outreach services and resources to patrons in daycare facilities, schools, apartment complexes, and more
• Provide assistance to Community Engagement unit by specializing in services, programs, and resources for early childhood education and children from birth to school age
• Plan and execute stimulating and engaging activities for patrons at various organizations and/or facilities
• Assist Community Engagement staff with literacy and family focused events at library locations and out in the community
• Work with the Bookmobile Librarian to create a rotating collection of library materials to meet the needs/wishes of patrons
• Register new borrowers and resolve issues related to library accounts
• Support library circulation functions as required such as checking items in and out, intake and delivery of library materials, pulling holds/requests, shelving, and customer accounts related to outreach programs and services
• Drive the Bookmobile and other County vehicles as needed
• Perform related tasks as required or requested

Skills

Customer service

Children's literature knowledge

Public library services

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Lift 40 lbs

Education

Associate degree in library science or related field

Tools

Spanish language (preferred)

Job description

Durham County Government is seeking a Bookmobile team member within the Family Literacy and Community Services unit at the Main Library, delivering outreach to preschool and elementary-age children and educators. You will drive the Bookmobile (22’ Sprinter van), support literacy programs, and work across Durham County locations, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Must have a valid NC Driver’s License, be able to travel to community sites, and provide excellent customer service while