Librarian IV - Learning and Economic Advancement

BID ANNOUNCEMENT # 091-2024-028               DATE: 10/18/24    

JOB TITLE: Librarian IV -LEA                                A-FORM #: 091-2024-058                           

TITLE CODE:        0579                                         VACANCIES: One   

2024 SALARY: $ 84,972                                       PAY GRADE: G-7       

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited American Library Association college or university with a master’s degree in library science or an approved foreign credential evaluation, plus three years of professional library experience, of which one year is in a supervisory role related to the responsibilities of the position. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced knowledge of issues affecting adult learner and jobseekers; Advanced knowledge of best practices in digital literacy and an applied knowledge of digital equity. Project Management experience. Must be comfortable in Microsoft Office Suite (including Teams). Must be comfortable talking to and instructing crowds, including virtual environments. 

NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience.  If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position.  There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields. NOTE: Physical day to day responsibilities for this title may include the ability to lift and carry library materials.  Ability to stand for extended or continuous periods of time.  Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach out with one’s body arms or legs.  Ability to climb staircases, ladders and or step stools. NOTE:  Attach a copy of your transcripts. These positions are covered under the terms of the City’s collective bargaining agreement with American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).  Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit (1, 3, 4 & 5) are eligible to bid on these positions.

DUTIES: Under supervision of the Director of Adult Services, this administrative position serves as the managing librarian of the Adult Learning and Economic Advancement Unit (LEA). Supervises and collaborates with LEA staff. Manages multiple projects. Establishes and maintains beneficial partnerships. Identifies new programmatic needs and finds opportunities.  Develops, leads, and manages formal and informal learning programs, resources and services for adult patrons. Assists leadership in articulating the library’s vision for success in serving the varied and changing educational needs of adult patrons and in executing strategies to ensure CPL provides those patrons with responsive 21st century library services. Thoughtfully plans and oversees training for Adult Services librarians across the system. Supports public service staff with clear and timely communication and helpful resources, for both staff learning and patron use. Supports a collaborative and peer-focused learning environment for both admin and public service staff. Creates comprehensive service plans and strategic initiatives to enhance and expand adult learning opportunities system wide. Builds and maintains effective and stable programmatic partnerships and referral networks with other city departments, educational organizations, and citywide civic and nonprofit organizations. Management of programs and partnerships and resources to: provide adults with English Language Learning, Adult Basic Education and High School Equivalency services; advance digital equity in Chicago; provide adults with digital literacy learning opportunities. Assess and standardize services plans for job-seeking patrons and patrons seeking career development. Bring best library/workforce development practices to the system. Manage multiple resources and webpages. Develop and oversee the implementation of subject related outreach, includes public speaking and professional representation of CPL as an institution. Assists in preparing grant requests and contracts as needed. Oversees major grant funded initiatives, including but not limited to the CyberNavigator program, ensuring the library’s full compliance with all aspects of grants including service goals, procurement and budgetary requirements.

How to Apply

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http://www.cityofchicago.org/CAREERS