senior librarian

St. Lucie County Florida

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<div><p>The Senior Librarian will lead a team dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and delivering vital library programs and services to the community. This position requires a high level of independence in managing staff, resources, and branch activities in alignment with the County&rsquo;s strategic goals. The Sr. Librarian will oversee daily operations, including staff management, programming, and fiscal responsibilities, while ensuring a positive and dynamic library environment.</p></div><br>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Job Functions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Staff Management and Leadership:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Supervise and support branch staff by prioritizing tasks, conducting performance evaluations, ensuring staff training, and providing guidance on policy and procedures.</li><li>
Promote a positive and safe work environment and handle hiring, training, discipline, and staffing recommendations.</li><li>
Lead by example, fostering a customer-friendly culture while ensuring exceptional service delivery to library patrons.</li><li>
Develop and maintain effective relationships with staff, community organizations, and patrons to encourage collaboration and success.</li></ul></div><div><b>
Branch Operations and Customer Service:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Ensure that the branch meets the library&rsquo;s strategic goals through efficient and high-quality service provision.</li><li>
Oversee daily operations, including collection maintenance, selection, and shelving, while maintaining the branch&rsquo;s service levels.</li><li>
Respond to customer inquiries and manage public service shifts, providing direct assistance when needed.</li><li>
Coordinate and implement library programs, events, and outreach to address community needs, and work on innovative initiatives to engage patrons.</li></ul></div><div><b>
Facilities and Budget Management:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Maintain the physical condition of the library facility, ensuring regular building security and addressing maintenance or IT requests.</li><li>
Supervise and manage branch operating expenses, maintaining the branch&rsquo;s budget and providing input into the annual financial planning process.</li><li>
Ensure the branch is secure after hours, responding to security concerns when required.</li></ul></div><div><b>
Professional Development and Community Engagement:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Actively engage in continuing education to keep professional and technological skills up to date.</li><li>
Build relationships with the community by attending local programs and representing the library in outreach activities outside of normal hours.</li><li>
Assist with disaster response and recovery efforts as directed by library management.</li></ul><b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: </b>The position requires good vision and hearing, with or without correction, and dexterity in the use of both hands and fingers. Frequent walking, standing, and sitting are required, as well as clear and concise speaking ability. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently. Regular standing and walking, with tasks that may include climbing, bending, and squatting. Involves moderate physical effort, including operating equipment or performing manual tasks. Ability to perform work in varying environments which may require some outdoor activities.</div><div><b>
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND WORK HAZARDS: </b>Work is primarily conducted in a climate-controlled office setting. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting and extensive use of computers and other office equipment, which may lead to eye strain and repetitive motion injuries. Employees may frequently engage in meetings and teamwork, requiring effective communication in shared spaces. The position involves minimal physical exertion, primarily consisting of desk work, although occasional movement within the office may be required. Employees will work under standard office lighting and may experience moderate noise levels from office equipment and conversations.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:</b></div><p>
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:</b></div><p>
County employees are considered essential personnel in providing and continuing services to our community during and following a disaster, such as a hurricane, or in other emergency situations. As a requirement of County employment,County employees are subject to being required to remain at work during an event, respond to a recall immediately following an event and/or immediately reporting to work when an all clear is declared by the County Administrator. During these types of events, County employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
ADA STATEMENT:</b></div><p>
A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
EEO STATEMENT:</b></div><p>
St. Lucie County BOCC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div>Candidates should possess a solid foundational background that demonstrates their ability to engage with the responsibilities of the role effectively.</div><div></div><div><br>
<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution preferred.</li><li>
Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible library experience, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial role.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to mentor and build effective teams while managing multiple priorities.</li><li>
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other software tools.</li><li>
Knowledge of current trends and best practices in public libraries and customer service.</li><li>
Ability to handle fiscal and administrative tasks, including budget management and report preparation.</li><li>
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver&rsquo;s license with a good driving record.</li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Pay Grade G204<br>
<br>
Driving Position &ndash; Operating County vehicles and/or equipment is a primary function of this position.<br>
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PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING: This position requires a physical, drug testing, driver's license verification and level 2 background screening which includes fingerprinting.</p></div></div></div>

Senior Librarian

State University of New York at Plattsburgh

<div>
 We are seeking a versatile and service-oriented Technical Services Librarian to join our collaborative library team in July of 2026. This position is a technical services generalist role, with responsibilities spanning metadata creation and management, cataloging, digital repositories, other library systems, and project coordination. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic problem solver with a strong foundation in metadata and cataloging who enjoys working both independently and collaboratively to support access to a wide range of library resources. In addition to technical services responsibilities, this position contributes to liaison activities with an assigned academic school (Arts and Sciences; Business and Economics; Education, Health and Human Services), including course-integrated instruction, collection development, and research support.
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 <br/>
 Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Proxy server management and maintenance; activation and troubleshooting of new databases and electronic resources; performing copy and original cataloging for a variety of materials using established standards (MARC, RDA, AACR2); collaborating with colleagues to improve the organization, discoverability, and quality of metadata in digital and physical collections; managing the library&rsquo;s institutional repository (SUNY SOAR) and developing and improving repository workflows and metadata; participating in cross-departmental technical services projects, including metadata audits; cataloging migration, or system upgrades; working as part of the technical services team alongside the Systems and Acquisitions Librarian and Web and Discovery Librarian; and coordinating and managing technical services projects, ensuring timely and effective outcomes.
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 This is a tenure-track position, and as such does require scholarship and service. At SUNY Plattsburgh librarians are academic faculty who participate in shared governance through the Faculty Senate.
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  Feinberg Library
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 assists students, faculty, staff, and the community in their intellectual activities by providing resources and services in support of research, teaching, and learning. We strive to help our users develop information literacy essential for life-long learning and becoming well-informed, reflective global citizens. We are part of the Academic Affairs division that administratively builds our college commitment to student success through a strong curriculum, excellent teaching, and scholarly research. Our commitment includes fostering student preparation for the workplace or graduate school and for life-long learning. As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.
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Senior Assistant Librarian, Technical Services

Carroll Independent School District

<div></div><div><ul><div><div>JobID: 2429</div></div><br>
<p></p><div><div><b>
Position Type:</b><br>
 Campus Professional Positions/Librarian<br>
</div><div><b>
Date Posted:</b><br>
 4/1/2026<br>
</div><div><b>
Location:</b><br>
 Jack D. Johnson Elementary School<br>
</div><div><b>
Date Available:</b><br>
 08/03/2026</div></div></ul></div><p></p>

Librarian (2026-2027)

Silver Falls SD 4J

<div><p><b>Silver Falls School District is excited to hire a District Librarian to work in our Silverton High School building!</b></p><p></p><p><br>
A successful applicant must hold, be eligible, or in pursuit of an Oregon teaching license with the appropriate endorsements.</p><p></p><p><br>
For a full job description for the role of a our Licensed Librarian with SFSD, please go here.</p><p></p><p><br>
SFSD is proud to offer a competitive salary and extremely robust benefits, including:</p><ul><li>
Employer paid family health insurance</li><li>
Employer paid pension and retirement plans with PERS</li><li>
Paid holidays</li><li>
Paid personal, sick and vacation time</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.</i></p></div>

2026-27 - District Librarian - 1.0 FTE

Town of Raymond

<p><b>General Summary:</b></p><p>The Adult Services / Lead Librarian is a full-time, non-union, non-exempt, 40-hour, 52 week per year position that oversees the library&rsquo;s budget, physical materials, programs, and staff, ensuring all operations follow the policies set by the Board of Library Trustees. This position works closely with the Trustees as both an advisor and active contributor in developing policies, preparing and managing the budget, setting goals, planning services, and evaluating outcomes.</p><p>In addition to providing direct service to patrons, this role carries broader operational, technology, and reporting responsibilities under the Library&rsquo;s updated organizational structure. The position focuses on delivering high-quality, forward-thinking services, maintaining strong financial oversight, and integrating technology to enhance both in-person and online patron experiences.</p><p><b>Supervision Received:</b></p><p>Works under the policy direction of the Board of Trustees and exercises independent judgment in daily operations in accordance with Town and Board of Library Trustees&rsquo; policies and New Hampshire library standards.</p><p><b>Supervision Exercised: </b></p><p>Supervises all library personnel and provides guidance, training, and oversight of all Library staff, aides, and other personnel as assigned, following all Town and Board of Library Trustees&rsquo; policies, procedures and applicable RSAs.</p><p><b>Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities &ndash; Adult Services Librarian:</b></p><p>&middot; Provides professional adult reference, readers&rsquo; advisory, and research assistance</p><p>&middot; Manages and maintains a current and relevant adult circulating and reference collection, recommending new titles for acquisition to Trustees as well as books to be weeded</p><p>&middot; Develops and evaluates adult programs, including ticketed or fee-based offerings</p><p>&middot; Recognizes digital usage and online participation as core measures of patronage, and maintains supporting resources and equipment</p><p>&middot; Oversees circulation services and interlibrary loan activities</p><p>&middot; Maintains and advances the Library&rsquo;s website and digital platforms</p><p>&middot; Demonstrates leadership in responsible AI adoption to enhance services and efficiency</p><p>&middot; Coordinates services with Youth Services staff</p><p>&middot; Represents the Library professionally within the community</p><p>&middot; Responsible for public relations and promoting library programs and resources</p><p>&middot; Perform any other duties as needed and assigned by the Board of Library Trustees.</p><p><b>Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities &ndash; Lead Librarian:</b></p><p>&middot; Acts as Library&rsquo;s administrative officer</p><p>&middot; Personnel Management: Responsible for day-to-day staff management including, but not limited to, scheduling, training, coaching, payroll management, and recruitment; coordinates, facilitates, and if requested, participates in formal evaluation and discipline of workforce; recommends the appointment of all employees;</p><p>&middot; Oversee and support front desk duties as needed</p><p>&middot; Manage all fines, fees, donations, overdue notices and reports, memorial donations, etc.</p><p>&middot; Correspond with patrons and informs Trustees of needs</p><p>&middot; Manage and order library supplies, processing/cataloging all purchases</p><p>&middot; Coordinate with the bookkeeper to collect and submit receipts and support accurate financial records</p><p>&middot; Prepare monthly operational and financial summary reports for the Trustees</p><p>&middot; Work with the Board of Library Trustees and the bookkeeper to create and manage an annual budget for the Town of Raymond warrant article</p><p>&middot; Develops and enforces internal financial and compliance controls</p><p>&middot; Embraces digital usage metrics and online participation as core measures of patronage, and maintains supporting resources and equipment;</p><p>&middot; Recommends, manages, and implements changes, improvements, and initiatives to the library subject to the Trustees&rsquo; approval and direction Recommend updates to policies and procedures to the Trustees, and implement changes approved by the Trustees</p><p>&middot; Provides supporting documents to the Trustees and attends Board of Trustees meetings as needed</p><p>&middot; Maintains and advances Library&rsquo;s website and digital platforms</p><p>&middot; Perform any other administrative duties as needed and assigned by the Board of Library Trustees.</p><p>&middot; Demonstrates leadership in responsible AI adoption to enhance services and efficiency</p><p>&middot; Coordinates services with Youth Services staff</p><p>&middot; Represents the Library professionally and tactfully within the community</p><p>&middot; Responsible for public relations and promoting library programs and resources</p><p>&middot; Other duties as assigned</p><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><p>&middot; Education: Batchelor&rsquo;s Degree.</p><p>&middot; Experience: Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in library operations. (Equivalent education and experience may be considered in accordance with New Hampshire library guidance.)</p><p><b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:</b></p><p>&middot; Communication and organizational skills</p><p>&middot; Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills</p><p>&middot; Technology experience and/or knowledge of library driven technology services.</p><p>&middot; Experience in long-range planning, budget development and management.</p><p>&middot; Financial awareness sufficient for reporting and budget aligned operations</p><p>&middot; Knowledge of RSA 202 and Dudley Tucker Library policies as established by the Board of Library Trustees.</p><p>Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>457(b)</li><li>AD&amp;D insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Adult Services / Lead Librarian

Vicksburg-Warren School District

<div><p>TITLE: Librarian</p><p>
REPORTS: Principal</p><p></p><p><br>
____________________________________________________________________________</p><p>
JOB GOAL:</p><p>
To ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information; To empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information; To instill a love of learning in all students and ensure equitable access to information; To collaborate with classroom teachers and specialists to design and implement lessons and units of instruction, and assess student learning and instructional effectiveness</p><p></p><p><br>
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:</p><p>
School Personnel Assigned by Principal</p><p></p><p><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<b>: </b><i>Other duties may be assigned.</i></p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Participate in the curriculum development process at both the building and district level to ensure that the curricula include the full range of literacy skills (information, media, visual, digital, and technological literacy) necessary to meet content standards and to develop lifelong learners</li><li>
Collaborate with teachers and students to design and teach engaging inquiry and learning experiences and assessments that incorporate multiple literacies and foster critical thinking</li><li>
Participate in the implementation of collaboratively planned learning experiences by providing group and individual instruction, assessing student progress, and evaluating activities</li><li>
Join with teachers and others to plan and implement meaningful experiences that will promote a love of reading and lifelong learning</li><li>
Provide and plan professional development opportunities within the school and district for and with all staff, including other school librarians</li><li>
In accordance with district policy, developing and maintaining a collection of resources appropriate to the curriculum, the learners, and the teaching styles and instructional strategies used within the school community</li><li>
Cooperate and network with other libraries, librarians, and agencies to provide access to resources outside the school</li><li>
Modeling effective strategies for developing multiple literacies</li><li>
Evaluate, promote, and use existing and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning, supplement school resources, connect the school with the global learning community, and communicate with students and teachers</li><li>
Provide guidance in software and hardware evaluation, and developing processes for such evaluation</li><li>
Understanding copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property, and assisting users with their understanding and observance of the same</li><li>
Organize the collection for maximum and effective use using strategic planning for the continuous improvement of the program</li><li>
Ensure that school library program goals and objectives are aligned with school and district long-range strategic plans</li><li>
Using effective management principles, including the supervision of personnel, resources, and facilities</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:
</p><p>Master&rsquo;s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (or from a master&rsquo;s level program in library and information studies accredited or recognized by the appropriate national body of another country) is the appropriate professional degree for school librarians. Must hold a valid Mississippi educator license with an endorsement in media librarian or librarian.</p><p></p><p><br>
EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE</p><ul><li>
LANGUAGE SKILLS</li></ul><p>
Ability to read and analyze, and interpret general business periodicals professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, and the general public.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS</li></ul><p>
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
REASONING ABILITY</li></ul><p>
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES</li></ul><p>
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
WORK ENVIRONMENT</li></ul><p>
The employee will work in an environment adhering to school board policy. This position may require work hours that vary as a result of evening activities or emergencies. In addition, job requirements may require work on weekends, holidays and attendance at meetings.</p><p></p><p><br>
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT</p><p></p><p><br>
Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct in compliance with the Mississippi Code of Ethics. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to VWSD policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school district.</p><p></p><p><br>
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT</p><p>
187 DAYS</p></div><p></p>

26-27 Librarian Vicksburg Junior High School

<div><p>TITLE: Librarian</p><p>
REPORTS: Principal</p><p></p><p><br>
____________________________________________________________________________</p><p>
JOB GOAL:</p><p>
To ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information; To empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information; To instill a love of learning in all students and ensure equitable access to information; To collaborate with classroom teachers and specialists to design and implement lessons and units of instruction, and assess student learning and instructional effectiveness</p><p></p><p><br>
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:</p><p>
School Personnel Assigned by Principal</p><p></p><p><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<b>: </b><i>Other duties may be assigned.</i></p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Participate in the curriculum development process at both the building and district level to ensure that the curricula include the full range of literacy skills (information, media, visual, digital, and technological literacy) necessary to meet content standards and to develop lifelong learners</li><li>
Collaborate with teachers and students to design and teach engaging inquiry and learning experiences and assessments that incorporate multiple literacies and foster critical thinking</li><li>
Participate in the implementation of collaboratively planned learning experiences by providing group and individual instruction, assessing student progress, and evaluating activities</li><li>
Join with teachers and others to plan and implement meaningful experiences that will promote a love of reading and lifelong learning</li><li>
Provide and plan professional development opportunities within the school and district for and with all staff, including other school librarians</li><li>
In accordance with district policy, developing and maintaining a collection of resources appropriate to the curriculum, the learners, and the teaching styles and instructional strategies used within the school community</li><li>
Cooperate and network with other libraries, librarians, and agencies to provide access to resources outside the school</li><li>
Modeling effective strategies for developing multiple literacies</li><li>
Evaluate, promote, and use existing and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning, supplement school resources, connect the school with the global learning community, and communicate with students and teachers</li><li>
Provide guidance in software and hardware evaluation, and developing processes for such evaluation</li><li>
Understanding copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property, and assisting users with their understanding and observance of the same</li><li>
Organize the collection for maximum and effective use using strategic planning for the continuous improvement of the program</li><li>
Ensure that school library program goals and objectives are aligned with school and district long-range strategic plans</li><li>
Using effective management principles, including the supervision of personnel, resources, and facilities</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:
</p><p>Master&rsquo;s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association (or from a master&rsquo;s level program in library and information studies accredited or recognized by the appropriate national body of another country) is the appropriate professional degree for school librarians. Must hold a valid Mississippi educator license with an endorsement in media librarian or librarian.</p><p></p><p><br>
EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE</p><ul><li>
LANGUAGE SKILLS</li></ul><p>
Ability to read and analyze, and interpret general business periodicals professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, and the general public.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS</li></ul><p>
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
REASONING ABILITY</li></ul><p>
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES</li></ul><p>
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.</p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
WORK ENVIRONMENT</li></ul><p>
The employee will work in an environment adhering to school board policy. This position may require work hours that vary as a result of evening activities or emergencies. In addition, job requirements may require work on weekends, holidays and attendance at meetings.</p><p></p><p><br>
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT</p><p></p><p><br>
Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct in compliance with the Mississippi Code of Ethics. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to VWSD policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school district.</p><p></p><p><br>
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT</p><p></p><p><br>
187 days</p></div><p></p>

26-27 Librarian Vicksburg Intermediate School

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