Library Services Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a Library Services Specialist to join our Guildford team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing library services and resources, supporting educational initiatives, and enhancing library systems to benefit our users.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives for library outreach and community engagement.
• Monitor and report on library usage statistics and user feedback.
• Assist in budget management for library operations and programs.
• Conduct regular training for staff on library technologies and software.
• Coordinate with IT to troubleshoot software or hardware issues.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science, or related field
• Master's degree in Library Science or Information Management preferred

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in library services and user engagement

Technical Skills

• Collection Development
• User Experience Design
• Data Analysis

Soft Skills

• Teamwork
• Problem-solving

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience in community outreach: Proven track record of engaging community members through library services.
• Training experience: Experience conducting training sessions for library staff and volunteers.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Access to resources for continuing education
• Supportive workplace culture

Company Culture

• Continuous Improvement: We promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Engagement: We actively engage with our stakeholders to ensure we are meeting their needs.
• Supportive Leadership: Our leaders are committed to supporting their teams and providing resources for success.