Qureos Mentor

CABARRUS COUNTY

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div><br>
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<p><b>Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.</b></p><p><b>
Hiring range for this position is $49,816.00 - $59,550.40. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 18.</b></p><p><b>
This full-time position is located at the Kannapolis Branch. The work schedule is as follows: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This position also requires working every third Saturday.</b></p><b>
This position serves as the Librarian responsible for supervising four full-time Public Services staff members. The role primarily provides service at the front desk, oversees and develops programming for teen and adult patrons, and assists with addressing operational issues in the absence of the Branch Manager.</b><br>
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<b>General Definition of Work:</b><br>
Performs intermediate professional work for teen and adult services in the Public Services division of the Kannapolis library, which includes programming, outreach, collection development, and readers' advisory. Promotes and exemplifies excellent customer service standards. Serves on the library supervisory team and works collaboratively with other supervisors and managers. Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of full time Public Service staff. Additional duties as assigned. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Branch Manager or Library Director. Supervision may be exercised over a small group of subordinate personnel.</div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Examples of Duties</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Essential Functions</b><b>/</b><b>Typical Tasks:</b><br>
<b>Overseeing supervising, and participating in a specific phase or phases of library operations which may include reference, circulation, children's services, or technical services; monitors operations and continuously improves quality, performance and effectiveness of the specific library department; assisting patrons with library services; overseeing the preparation and maintenance of library records and files.</b><br>
<i>(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)</i></p><ul><li>
Responsible for supervising, training, and evaluating staff and has substantial influence in hiring and other employment decisions.</li><li>
Interpret policies, procedures, and standards to department staff.</li><li>
Prepares and presents programs for children and their families, teens, and/or adults; publicizes those programs.</li><li>
Assists patrons with the location, selection, checking in and out of library materials.</li><li>
Provides general library services at circulation desk; registers patrons; checks in and out books and other materials; empties book drop.</li><li>
Creates and maintains bibliographies for reader's advisory. Creates displays.</li><li>
Provides reference and reader's advisory services.</li><li>
Assists library patrons with the use of library computers and related technology and equipment.</li><li>
Resolves unusual or difficult questions.</li><li>
Instructs patrons in the use of library equipment.</li><li>
Tracks and reports relevant statistics.</li><li>
Oversees the material deselecting process for specific collections.</li><li>
Handles financial transactions according to County policy.</li><li>
Reshelves books and materials; shelf reads and straightens shelves.</li><li>
Assigns or conducts library tours as needed.</li><li>
Reviews books and materials; make recommendations for new purchases; makes recommendations on purchase of equipment and/or supplies.</li><li>
Troubleshoots minor computer and related peripheral issues.</li><li>
Coordinates the activities of volunteers.</li><li>
Orders supplies.</li><li>
Opens and closes library as assigned.</li><li>
Performs related tasks as required.</li></ul>
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<b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b><br>
Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of modern library science; of reference source material; and of equipment and materials utilized in library operations and as a service to patrons. General knowledge of educational programs for citizens participation in the use of library facilities; of arranging displays of an educational or cultural nature; and of publishing vendors from which to acquire materials, supplies, equipment and services. Working knowledge of office equipment and computers and applicable software applications. Ability to apply modern principles and practices of library science; to use reference materials; to demonstrate the use of library equipment; to solve problems within scope of responsibility; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community leaders, professional groups, associates and the general public; and to speak and write effectively.<br>
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<b>Management Preference:</b><ul><li>
3 years of public library experience.</li><li>
1 year of experience as a supervisor.</li><li>
1 year of scheduling experience.</li><li>
Enjoys working with people and excels at providing customer service.</li><li>
Has excellent communication skills and is skilled at presenting to diverse groups.</li><li>
Familiar with reader's advisory practices and a variety of authors and literary topics.</li><li>
Comfortable integrating technology and digital methods of service. Night and weekend availability required.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Education / Experience requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Education and Experience:</b><br>
Graduation from an ALA accredited library school with MLIS and some experience in professional library work.<br>
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<b>At the discretion of Management, non-accredited ALA universities/programs may be considered as long as North Carolina Public Library Certification can be obtained. </b><b>It is the responsibility of the applicant to research the eligibility requirements for the </b><b>North Carolina Public Library Certification.</b><br>
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<b>Some county job postings indicate that you can qualify with an &quot;equivalent combination of education and experience.&quot; If this language is included in the job description, it means you may qualify through either education, your years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.</b><br>
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<b>If you have indicated that you have earned a certificate, diploma, or degree from a technical school, college, or university, please note that </b><b>Cabarrus County will verify your educational credentials</b><b>. Official transcripts must clearly show the specific credential awarded to ensure accurate validation.</b><br>
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<b>Special Requirements:</b><br>
Eligible for North Carolina Public Library Certification. May require possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the state of North Carolina.<br>
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<b>Physical Requirements:</b><br>
This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div><br>
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<b>Supplemental and Contact Information:</b></p><p>
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.<br>
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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.<br>
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<b>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. &quot;See Resume&quot; or &quot;See Attachment&quot; will NOT be accepted.</b><br>
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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.<br>
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<b>Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone.</b> <b>To check the status of your application, please log in to your account</b><b>. Processing applications will take an average of 6 &ndash; 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 &quot;Under Review&quot; and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.</b><br>
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For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at <b>855-524-5627</b>. <b>If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.</b></p></div></div></div><p></p>

LIBRARIAN - PUBLIC SERVICES (KANNAPOLIS)

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div><br>
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<b>Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.</b><br>
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<b>Hiring range for this position is $33,737.60 - $40,310.40. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 10.</b><br>
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<b>This is a Full-Time position working in the Public Services Division of the Kannapolis Library. </b><b>Employees may be required to provide coverage at other branch locations as operational needs require.</b><b> The work schedule includes evening and weekend coverage. This position operates on a standard work schedule of Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and every third Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.</b><br>
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<b>This full-time position provides front-line customer service at the Kannapolis library&rsquo;s service desk and assists with planning and facilitating programs for adult and teen patrons. The schedule includes working every third Saturday as part of the department&rsquo;s rotating coverage.</b><br>
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<b>General Definition of Work:</b><br>
Performs intermediate paraprofessional work providing assistance to library patrons. Work is performed under general supervision.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Examples of Duties</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Essential Functions</b><b>/Typical Tasks:</b><br>
<b>Providing customer service-oriented assistance in circulation, reference, or children's services; assisting patrons in use of library resources; providing reader's advisory services and programming for the public; maintaining records and files.</b><br>
<i>(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)</i></p><ul><li>
Provides general library services at circulation desk; registers patrons; checks in and out books and other materials; empties book drop.</li><li>
Assists patrons with locating and selecting library materials; assists patrons with placing holds on materials.</li><li>
Prepares and presents programs for children and their families, teens, and/or adults; publicizes those programs.</li><li>
Creates and maintains bibliographies for reader's advisory. Creates displays.</li><li>
Provides reference and reader's advisory services and services to the homebound.</li><li>
Shelves library materials: shelf reads and straightens shelves.</li><li>
Conducts scheduled library tours.</li><li>
Assists library patrons with the use of library computers and related technology and equipment.</li><li>
Troubleshoots minor computer and related peripheral issues.</li><li>
Tracks and reports relevant statistics.</li><li>
Assists in the material deselecting process.</li><li>
Recommends materials for purchase.</li><li>
Handles financial transactions according to County policy.</li><li>
Participates in outreach, marketing, and off-site services.</li><li>
Obtains books and materials from other libraries via inter-library loan.</li><li>
Participates in the coordination of volunteers.</li><li>
Opens and closes library as assigned.</li><li>
Performs related tasks as required.</li></ul>
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<b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b><br>
General knowledge of basic library procedures, methods and techniques; general knowledge of and interest in books including reader interest levels; general knowledge of the library circulation functions; general knowledge of office procedures and records maintenance techniques; ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment; skill in the use of library equipment, materials, computers and related technology and resources; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library patrons and associates.</div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Minimum Education / Experience requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Education and Experience:</b><br>
Requires graduation from an appropriately accredited community college with major course work in education, history, literature or related field; some work experience involving public contact. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.<br>
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<b>Some county job postings indicate that you can qualify with an &quot;equivalent combination of education and experience.&quot; If this language is included in the job description, it means you may qualify through either education, your years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.</b><br>
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<b>If you have indicated that you have earned a certificate, diploma, or degree from a technical school, college, or university, please note that </b><b>Cabarrus County will verify your educational credentials</b><b>. Official transcripts must clearly show the specific credential awarded to ensure accurate validation.</b><br>
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<b>Special Requirements:</b><br>
May require possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the state of North Carolina. Position may be a safety-sensitive position as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Policy.<br>
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<b>Physical Requirements:</b><br>
This is medium work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div><br>
<div><p><br>
<b>Supplemental and Contact Information:</b><br>
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.<br>
<br>
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.<br>
<br>
<b>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. &quot;See Resume&quot; or &quot;See Attachment&quot; will NOT be accepted.</b><br>
<br>
<b>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.</b><br>
<br>
<b>Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone.</b> <b>To check the status of your application, please log in to your account</b><b>. Processing applications will take an average of 6 &ndash; 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 &quot;Under Review&quot; and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.</b><br>
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For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at <b>855-524-5627</b><b>. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.</b></p></div></div></div>

FULL-TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT - PUBLIC SERVICES (KANNAPOLIS)

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