Library Services Specialist

Guildford FULL TIME £25,000 - £35,000 / Year
(£2,083 - £2,917 / Month)

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.
Status: Closed