Library Associate - Children's Services

JOB
Join the vibrant, community-minded team at Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL)! We are seeking a creative, energetic, and visionary individual to become part of our team. Located in Central Maryland between Washington D.C. and Baltimore, FCPL is a rapidly developing system of nine libraries and two bookmobiles. Our mission is to facilitate the public's freedom to explore, to invent, and to transform. FCPL connects people to ideas and to each other, helping to foster individual and community growth.1 Full-Time Vacancy Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; varied days and hours during FCPL regular operating schedule; full benefits, including health benefits; Thurmont Regional Library (position subject to system-wide reassignment)2 Part-Time Vacancies Non-exempt; part-time; 20 hours per week; varied days and hours during FCPL regular operating schedule; pro-rated benefits, excluding health benefits; Urbana Regional Library (position subject to system-wide reassignment) Non-exempt; part-time; 28 hours per week; varied days and hours during FCPL regular operating schedule; pro-rated benefits, excluding health benefits; Emmitsburg Library (position subject to system-wide reassignment)This para-professional position plays a key role in delivering comprehensive library services to patrons of all ages, with a strong focus on children’s programs and services. The role supports a wide variety of library operations and initiatives, contributing to a vibrant and welcoming environment. This position may also provide guidance and direction to other staff members as assigned. In a branch setting, this position may serve as the Person-in-Charge (PIC). Supervision and support are provided by the Children’s Services Supervisor.NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee. 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible SpendingEmployee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefitParticipation in the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System Vesting after 10 years of serviceAdditional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc. Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness ProgramGenerous Tuition Reimbursement ProgramOther employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care planNOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year. For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under direction, develop and present innovative age-appropriate programs for children and outreach activities as assignedMaintain in-depth knowledge of the children's collection and current literatureParticipate in implementation of system-wide programs, events and outreach for childrenAssist patrons of all ages with reference questions or readers' advisory requestsAssist patrons in using computerized and manual information sources and/or direct patrons to other appropriate sourcesPerform basic bibliographic searches related to inter-library loan requests and reservesExplain FCPL policies and procedures to patrons and train patrons on the use of library resourcesAssist with the maintenance of the branch collection in an assigned areaWorking with the Supervisor, assist in planning and implementing marketing activities that communicate the mission and goals of the library and the value of library products and services to the public, organizations, businesses and other community entitiesActively seek out and engage in opportunities to promote the library in the communityEstablish and maintain working relationships and partnerships with community businesses, organizations, groups and schools, including outreach and programmingPrepare displays and develop programs to promote reading and other library servicesRecommend materials for acquisition and/or withdrawalParticipate in department, branch and system-wide work teamsAttend workshops, meetings and learning opportunitiesMay perform duties as a Notary Public, to include witnessing the signing of documents and verifying their authenticity.May perform duties as a Passport Acceptance Agent, to include executing passport applicationsPerform other related duties as requiredTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The essential duties do not cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Ability to provide own transportation to meetings/workshops and to various branch Libraries as neededAvailable for varied workdays and hours within the FCPL operating scheduleThe Library Associate Training Institute (LATI) as well as continuing education requirements help ensure that Maryland library customers receive the same level of quality customer service at any library in the state. Public library associates must acquire six (6) semester hours or 90 contact hours every five (5) years to remain in the retirement system and/or stay employed in Maryland public libraries. KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include): An evaluation of training and experienceOne or more interviewsA pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation