Senior Librarian

Senior Librarian

Salary

$72,446.40 Annually

Location

Beaufort

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202500772

Division

Community Services

Department

Library

Opening Date

06/08/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The purpose of this position is to manage the daily operations of the assigned library unit, promote and support library services, develop programs to engage the community, and respond to customer needs with excellent customer service. This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Coordinates programming for all ages through planning, scheduling, delegation, partnerships, contract development and facilitation.
• Collections development, request books, films, etc. from the Acquisitions department to support programs.
• Completes training classes and attend professional development seminars, workshops and conferences to learn and maintain skills and knowledge for professional growth.
• Works reference desk and answers research, informational, readers advisory, and technology queries with a high degree of accuracy and provide excellent customer service.
• Assists library patrons with computer use and library technology.
• Records program statistics, compiles and submits monthly reports.
• Plans and monitors unit budgets, reconciles cash receipts for the day and for bank deposits.
• Researches and evaluates vendors for new or existing services, collections, and formats.
• Monitors maintenance and upkeep of facility.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS).
• Over two years and up to and including four years of related experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.

Employer Beaufort County South Carolina

Address 102 Industrial Village Rd

Building 1

Beaufort, South Carolina, 29902

Phone (843)255-2990

Website https://www.beaufortcountysc.gov/