Library Specialist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $52,645.84 - $84,022.57 Annually
Location : Library - Main Library 100 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 1414423
Department: Lib Admin PS AfricAmer Rsch
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Library Specialist, Supervisor. Additional vacancies may be filled from this recruitment for a different location within the library system. This position may be assigned to any location within the Libraries Division based on operational needs.
Benefits of Broward County Employment
High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.90 / Family $80.79
Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2000 Annually
Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums:
Single $82.58 / Family $286.79
Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan
457 Deferred Compensation employee match
Eleven (11) paid holidays each year
Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year
Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions
Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually)
The purpose of this position is the supervision of a large unit and project coordination; supervision and training; resolving day to day operational issues of a large unit; serve as a Supervisor-in-Charge of the building on a regular basis; developing and implementing programs and services, including division wide initiatives. This position is assigned a variety of responsibilities that serve a regional or system-wide function; including circulation at a regional or flagship library location; head of programming for a cluster or flagship library location; and Community Engagement. This position requires the individual to model the highest level of excellent customer service and professionalism to internal and external customers of the Division.
In a Circulation section, the purpose of this position is to organize, direct, coordinate and prioritize the workflow of the Circulation Section of a regional or flagship library location; participate in the supervisory team of the assigned unit; ensure that Broward County policies and procedures are followed, including cash handling; resolve day-to-day operational issues; and develop and implement programs and services, including division-wide initiatives. In addition, this supervisor serves as a resource to multiple libraries in the assigned cluster, provides training to staff throughout the system, may assign staff to other locations as needed, resolves escalated customer account concerns from other libraries in the assigned cluster, and on occasion assists at other regional libraries. This supervisor participates on system-wide committees and is responsible for collaborating with colleagues to ensure circulation procedures are current and meet the needs of the Division and customers.
The library serves as an integral part of the community, offering classes in computer technology and educational, recreational, and cultural programs on a regular basis. In a programming section or the Community Engagement section, this position may provide supervision for the programming unit, coordinate projects, train, and resolve day to day operational issues of the unit; develop and implement programs and services, contribute to the development and implementation of grant proposals to seek funding for library programs; oversee installations of displays in exhibit/gallery spaces; be responsible for scheduling meeting room reservations and ensuring that Division procedures for usage and fee policies are properly administered; coordinate events that require AV support in either a fully equipped auditorium or theater space; working with partner organizations, authors, and artistic entities to deliver high quality programs; and serve as a resource for cluster branches.
This position will also perform related work as assigned and may be assigned to work at any library location based on operational needs.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires an Associate's degree or two (2) years of higher level education from an accredited college or university.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires four (4) years of library operations and processes experience or experience relevant to area of assignment; including two (2) years of lead work/supervisory experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses
None.
Preferences:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher or closely related field
• At least four (4) years of experience with an integrated Library System
• At least three (3) years of Cash Handling experience
• One (1) year or more experience in operating Audio/Visual Equipment experience
• One (1) year or more experience planning and implementing programs and preparing publications/promotional materials that support public programs
• At least six (6) months of Project Planning experience
• Six (6) months or more experience in Grant Writing experience

This is NOT a remote position, and this announcement will remain active until a sufficient number of applications has been received and may close at any time.
SCOPE OF WORK
General Description
Supervises library employees and manages the activities at a particular branch or cluster. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Duties and Responsibilities
The 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 job as necessary.
Oversees lending library materials to customers through coordination of shelving, holds, returns and maintenance of customer circulation reports for branch and cluster, and customer records; supervises cash handling procedures and related reports, and ensures staff complies with Libraries Division' s cash handling procedures.
Works at the public service desks providing service to library customers with basic information, location of library materials and assistance in the use of computer and other library equipment; assists with returning and lending materials, issues new library cards, gives library services orientation and handles Point of Sale transactions; provides service to customers with account problems and provides resolutions.
Ensures County policies and Library procedures are adhered to and administered fairly, and explains policies and procedures to staff and customers as needed.
Selects, trains, supervises, counsels, and evaluates staff and maintains performance logs. Completes staff performance appraisals, addresses performance concerns and sets goals to enable employees to meet expectations.
In collaboration with manager and other section supervisors, serves as a member of the management team of the library.
Develops processes and procedures through participating in system-wide committees; tests new technologies and services and makes recommendations before system-wide implementation; assists in the development of training manuals.
Serves as system-wide resource person for Circulation and Programming Services; explains updated policies and procedures and trains staff for implementation.
Contributes to a safe environment by addressing customer code of conduct violations and escalating matters to the Supervisor in Charge (SIC) and/or contacting appropriate authorities as needed. This position regularly serves as SIC.
Initiates and prepares programs for upcoming months using library themes as guidelines; researches and hires speakers, presenters/performers, vendors, non-profits and authors; books photographers, sound and lighting technicians. Develops, coordinates, plans and implements large-scale special events and coordinates programming for key initiatives and new programs throughout the library system, as assigned; works with artists in preparing exhibits; fills out required paperwork and prepares signage for exhibits; ensures the exhibits are properly displayed.
Prepares correspondence, notifications, forms and related documents in order to communicate information to staff and the public, responsible for the collection of usage statistics and submission of various reports, as required.
Prepares press releases and information to promote programs via email, flyers, and through social media; submits information to e-calendars; works with marketing to design and then proof posters, brochures, flyers, web design, signage, programs/schedule.
Performs related work as assigned.
Competencies

• Tech Savvy:
  Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Successfully leverages the latest technologies to increase performance. Quickly embraces and masters new technological advances adopted by the organization. May help others learn the terminology.
• Manages Complexity:
  Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
• Decision Quality:
  Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.
• Plans and Aligns:
  Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.
• Optimizes Work Processes:
  Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Uses metrics and benchmarks to monitor accuracy and quality. Takes steps to make methods productive and efficient. Promptly and effectively addresses process breakdowns.
• Ensures Accountability:
  Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Tracks performance and strives to remain effective, learning from both successes and failures. Readily takes on challenges or difficult tasks and has reputation for delivering on commitments.
• Builds Effective Teams:
  Builds strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Holds constructive dialogue with the team regularly; takes multiple perspectives into account when making decisions. Commits to and prioritizes the team's decisions in most situations; conveys team spirit.
• Communicates Effectively:
  Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.
• Courage:
  Steps up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said. Shares own ideas and points of view openly, regardless of potential criticism or risk; shows conviction when faced with adversity and challenges; raises difficult topics to be sure they are addressed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies©.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

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