Library Archivist jobs in Charlotte, NC

• Responsible for supervising, training, and evaluating staff and has substantial influence in hiring and other employment decisions.
• Supervises all activities in a branch library including circulation, children and reference services.
• Prepares monthly work schedules.
• Tracks and prepares a variety of financial, statistical and other reports on branch activities. 
• Interprets policies, procedures and standards for library staff.
• Provides reference and reader's advisory services.
• Develops and implements library programs for the branch utilizing established guidelines; communicates and coordinates programming with other branches; trains and includes staff as appropriate.
• Assists library patrons with the use of library computers and related technology and equipment.
• Provides assistance to patrons using on-line catalog.
• Resolves unusual or difficult questions.
• Assigns or conducts library tours as needed.
• Oversees the material deselecting process for the branch library.
• Assists in evaluating and maintaining collection; recommends additions, deletions and changes.
• Handles financial transactions according to County policy.
• Promotes the library through outreach and participation in community meetings.
• Assists in planning and executing marketing efforts.
• Prepares and maintains library records and files.
• Serves as liaison to the Friends of the Library.
• Coordinates the activities of volunteers.
• Troubleshoots minor computer and related peripheral issues.
• Opens and closes library as assigned.
• Ensures building and facilities are properly maintained.
• Attends various board and committee meetings; makes presentations as appropriate.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of modern library operation; thorough knowledge of reader interest levels; thorough knowledge of library reference, adult services and children's services; thorough knowledge of library system computer applications; thorough knowledge of library reference materials and research techniques; ability to maintain accurate records and statistics and complete accurate reports; ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library patrons and associates; ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing; and to attend work regularly.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an ALA accredited library school with MLS and considerable experience in a public library. 

Special Requirements: 

Possession of North Carolina State Library Certificate. May require possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the state of North Carolina.

Supplemental and Contact Information:

Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.  

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.  Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States. 

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.  "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 – 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received.  It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.   

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.