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City of Boca Raton Librarian I - Teen Services in Boca Raton, Florida
Librarian I - Teen Services
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Librarian I - Teen Services
Salary
$27.16 - $36.08 Hourly
Location
Boca Raton Library, FL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
036824
Department
Recreation Services
Division
Youth Services 61/21015
Opening Date
05/29/2024
Closing Date
6/30/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
N
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Job Description
Be part of the team that helps make the City of Boca Raton one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world class services, parks, beaches, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team! Come join us #WorkforBoca
SCHEDULE
40 hours per week, including night, weekends, and holidays as needed
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
This position performs difficult professional work supervising a major activity in the Boca Raton Public Library (BRPL), providing innovative, effective, and well-attended programs and services for teens and tweens. Under the supervision of the Librarian II - Youth Services, this position supervises professional personnel, paraprofessional personnel, and volunteers, as needed.
Essential Functions
Works with teens, tweens, volunteers, approved community partners, and Youth Services staff to plan, implement and evaluate high-quality, developmentally appropriate formal and informal learning activities that support teens’ and tweens’ personal and academic goals;
Ensures access and inclusivity to a wide variety of library resources, services, and activities for and with teens and tweens, including those facing challenges to access, equity, or inclusivity;
Supervises Youth Services staff in planning, developing and implementing teen and tween programs and services;
Trains and evaluates Youth Services staff in professional skills relevant to teen and tween programs and services;
Collaborates with Youth Services staff to enhance teen and tween programs related to the Summer Reading Program and STEM/STEAM;
Collaborates with Instructional Services staff and the Technology & Digital Services staff to provide innovative technology and digital programming and services for teens and tweens;
Collaborates with the Events & Community Engagement staff to organize middle and high school visits both on and off campus;
Collaborates with the Professional Development Committee to enhance overall library customer service related to teens and tweens;
Coordinates with the communication and marketing team to promote tools, classes or programs relevant to teen and tween programs and services;
Provides and promotes teen and tween readers’ advisory, assisting as needed with teen and tween materials selection;
Maintains and compiles teen and tween program statistics and reporting as needed, engaging in ongoing assessment of teen and tween services using relevant methods and resources;
Assists the Youth Services Librarian II to analyze, prepare and administer budgets in assigned areas;
Serves as a member of library and city committees, as requested to advocate for events, programs and services which support positive teen and tween experiences in the library and in the community;
Enforces the Library's Rules of Conduct and serves as the Building Administrator in Charge, as required;
Stands in as the Youth Services Librarian II, as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of professional library principles, materials, and practices as related to teen library services;
Knowledge of youth developmental stages and benchmarks from birth to 18 and current trends in education, with special focus on teens and tweens;
Skilled in the operation of computers and demonstrates an aptitude for learning various technologies such as Apple products, 3D printers, GarageBand, Adobe Creative Suite, Animoto, Scratch coding, iMovie, Canva, gaming consoles, or other creative software;
Ability to work independently or as a part of a team, and to organize and lead projects;
Ability to plan, organize, direct, and administer a major library program;
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of professional, paraprofessional, and volunteers;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, library patrons, approved community partners, and others;
Ability to assist in the establishment of library policies and to provide accurate interpretation to community groups, public officials, professional groups, and the general public, as needed;
Ability to represent the library at professional meetings and to participate in the development or improvement of professional library methods and standards, when assigned;
Must be able to work independently, prioritize duties and tasks, and make sound decisions with minimal supervision;
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
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Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree;
Minimum of two (2) years’ related experience working with teens required;
Must be able to work varied schedules, including nights and weekends.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in library and/or information science (MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association, or current enrollment in an accredited MLIS program;
Possession of a valid State of Florida Class ‘E’ driver’s license.
POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Verification
Reference Checks
Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
Educational Verification
Certification/License Verification
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS OR CONDITIONS:
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces;
Ability to lift, pull, or otherwise move articles weighing up to 40 pounds;
Ability to push a loaded book cart weighing up to 200 pound;
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods;
Moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks;
Moving from one worksite to another;
Operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills;
Have the ability to identify and distinguish colors;
Communicate with others to exchange information;
Reading comprehension to proofread and check documents for accuracy;
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers;
Operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills;
Work in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts;
Work with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls.
The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity (https://www.myboca.us/1226/Equal-Employment-Opportunity) , Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
Full-Time Non-Bargaining Employees
ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service, and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.
Year of Service Accrual
0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month
5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month
10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month
15 full years and over 14 hours per month
CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year.
SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:
Years of service Percentage
Less than 2 full years 0%
2 to 5 full years 10%
5 to 10 full years 20%
10 full years or more 30%
Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%
HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) - Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee Dental (DHMO or Basic PPO Plan) & Vision (Basic Plan) paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the Employee + Dependent(s) for the Medical, Dental, & Vision Plan.
CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: As of December 1 each year - Paid during the month of December.
Year of Service Benefit
5 to 10 full years $600 annually
10 to 15 full years $800 annually
15 full years and over $1,100 annually
RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:
An option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Retirement Plan will not require a mandatory contribution. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of the annual base wages annually. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Retirement Plan option is available. There is a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent employee contribution.
The two (2) options will be fully explained prior to an irrevocable selection.
Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.
HOLIDAYS: 14 per year: 11 recognized holidays and 3 floating days which are allocated for the fiscal year beginning October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1.5 floating holidays. Floating holidays must be used within the fiscal year. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.
FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays - In State; Up to 5 workdays - Out of State
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.
MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.
EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.