Middle School Librarian

The Librarian position at Ransom Everglades School is a full-time staff position reporting to the Director of Libraries. This position is based on the Middle School campus and supports the Middle and Upper School libraries.

Essential Duties Responsibilities

• Teach research and digital and information literacy skills to middle school students.
• Collaborate with library staff to develop and manage the middle school print and digital collections and resources.
• Initiate library programming and outreach that aligns with school values.
• Performing typical library tasks including, but not limited to, cataloging and processing of materials, inventorying, weeding, collection evaluation, and creation of topical displays.
• Liaise with faculty to develop print and digital resources to support the curriculum.
• Maintain and update current LibGuides and create new ones as required.
• Manage and evaluate MS library subscriptions.
• Assist users with research and reference questions.
• Prepare periodic library communication to the community.
• Contribute to maintenance of the library webpage and related digital platforms.
• Stay abreast of products and developments in digital resource management and provide related instruction to faculty and students.
• Cross-train in library duties on both campuses.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in library management systems; Atrium and LibGuides preferred.
• Proficiency with academic databases.
• Previous library experience; school library experience (preferred).
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to travel between campuses.
  
  

Performance Factors

Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments.

Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the School.

Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others, including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the School. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.