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JOB SUMMARY

Are you passionate about fostering a love for reading, connecting with the community, and providing exceptional library services? We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Librarian 1 at the Manassas Park City Library in Manassas Park, Virginia.  This is primarily focused on children's and family programming.

The Manassas Park City Library (MPCL) serves as a vibrant community hub dedicated to providing a diverse range of innovative resources, programs, and services. Founded in 2020, MPCL moved to the newly redeveloped Park Central in the heart of Manassas Park in Summer 2022. Conveniently co-located with City Hall, the new Park Central Library location is the community’s most exciting destination for learning, discovering, creating, and connecting. 

Want to be a part of a thriving and growing library that is impacting the surrounding community daily? Apply now!

The Manassas Park City Library seeks a full-time Librarian 1 to provide excellence in services and programs to the Manassas Park community. This is an exciting position for an early career Librarian who will create engaging informative programs, excels at connecting patrons to our current technology and resources, and is excited by the possibility of promoting the Library to the community. 

This position is under the supervision of the Library Director and is responsible for supervising staff as assigned in providing outreach, programming, and instruction to Manassas Park City Library patrons.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITES

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.  

As part of the management team, participate in the management of staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, assigning tasks, motivating, evaluating, and staff development.Lead Programming Team – oversee the program proposal process; aid with proposal creation, maintain an archive of programs, facilitate team meetings, and ensure alignment with strategic goals and collection development effortsDevelop an outreach plan and priorities to increase engagement of the Library in the community.Connect Patrons with Library and community resources and servicesProvide leads and suggestions for future programming efforts based on best practices and community input; guide brainstorming for stellar programmingPlan and present inter-generational programmingPlan, present, and coordinate presenters for classes and events, maintain lists for future referenceFacilitate, maintain, and update the library program marketing to ensure quality and compliance; including the Library’s social media presence, website, and online calendar of eventsTrack and maintain program statistics, ensuring statistics are entered accurately and compiling statistical reports as assignedMaintain programming supplies, including organizing and distributing stored or new supplies, and purchasing supplies at the discretion of the DirectorWork with staff to plan and promote Summer Reading events and programsProvide information, instruction, and research help in person, online, and over the phoneSupport staff training effortsResolve patron issues, including Library account and policy questionsMay handle opening and closing responsibilities; counting money, completing cash reportsPrepare and deliver reports and presentations to staff, the Library, and Community as assignedAct as the Person In-Charge (PIC) in the absence of Library ManagementOther duties as assigned Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

MLS or MLIS degree requiredOne year librarian experience preferredProficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, Word and PowerPointKnowledge of online library databases and services Excellent customer service skillsExcellent communication skills– both verbal and writtenAble to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, evenings and weekends.Ability to speak multiple languages preferred

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens
or detailed paperworkOccasionally lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, books, and
other materials

 BENEFITS

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)Short Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesFull time - 40 Hours a weekHourly rate - $25.48/hr 

EEO STATEMENT

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. 

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Salary Description $25.48/hr