Community Librarian

Fixed Term Contract until 30 April 2014

Main Purpose of Job

A professionally qualified librarian is required to contribute to the development of a high quality socially inclusive library and information service within department policy and guidelines, and to lead and participate in area and authority wide project teams.

To identify and provide for the needs of local communities by developing new services by consulting and working with the local community and groups including people with special needs and Medway Council colleagues, to ensure that services are developed and operated in a customer focused way and in line with the overall objectives of the Council.

To organise appropriate activities, events and initiatives to enhance the quality of life in the community.

To participate in the selection, deployment and promotion of stock, by managing collections as required, to the level specified in the Stock Management Policy and the Good Management Manual.

To deliver customer enquiry services and provide information and assistance by all available means. Also to contribute effectively to the exchange of information and ideas between staff and ensuring all Good Management policies, procedures and guidelines are implemented and adhered to.

To maintain a current awareness of ICT and library system developments in order to apply these techniques in the management of the service and to support users in the use of public terminals.

To ensure the efficient and effective use of resources and identify opportunities for value added services and income generation.

To undertake the responsibilities of Duty Manager as required and undertake all reasonable precautions to ensure the security of all Council assests including premises and monies

If you have any queries, please contact us on 01634 334499 or if you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager call Duncan Mead on 01634 337282.

How to apply:

For details on how to apply for this role, please read the attached Guidance Notes, and Job Profile/Person Specification for each post.

If you are applying online, you will need to read through this prior to commencing your application.

Please note that if you are shortlisted for interview we will normally contact you via email, therefore, please ensure you state this on your application. If you are a current Medway Council employee you will be contacted at your registered work email address only.

Application Information

Please complete your application online, by following the attached link. If you take the option to register with us you can save your details and do not have to complete the form in one sitting.

If you are unable to do this and would prefer to be sent a hard copy please contact 01634 333333 ( Monday to Friday 8.00am – 8.00pm, Saturday 9.00am – 1.00pm).

This information can be made available in other formats and languages, by phoning 01634 333333.

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