Middle School Librarian

The Librarian position at Ransom Everglades School is a full-time staff position reporting to the Director of Libraries. This position is based on the Middle School campus and supports the Middle and Upper School libraries. 

Essential Duties Responsibilities: 

• Teach research and digital and information literacy skills to middle school students. 

• Collaborate with library staff to develop and manage the middle school print and digital collections and resources. 

• Initiate library programming and outreach that aligns with school values. 

• Performing typical library tasks including, but not limited to, cataloging and processing of materials, inventorying, weeding, collection evaluation, and creation of topical displays. 

• Liaise with faculty to develop print and digital resources to support the curriculum. 

• Maintain and update current LibGuides and create new ones as required. 

• Manage and evaluate MS library subscriptions. 

• Assist users with research and reference questions. 

• Prepare periodic library communication to the community. 

• Contribute to the maintenance of the library webpage and related digital platforms. 

• Stay abreast of products and developments in digital resource management and provide related instruction to faculty and students. 

• Cross-train in library duties on both campuses. 

• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library and information science program. 

• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office. 

• Proficiency in library management systems; Atrium and LibGuides preferred. 

• Proficiency with academic databases. 

• Previous library experience; school library experience (preferred). 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. 

• Strong organizational skills. 

• Ability to travel between campuses. 

Performance Factors: 

 Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended on to report to work at the scheduled time and is seldom absent from work. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious about assignments. 

Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the School. 

Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others, including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the School. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.