DOC Vandalia CC Education Librarian I

​Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: LIBRARIAN I - 23401 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 11:59 pm,  12/20/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary is $5,402 a month; Full Range $5,402 - $7,677 a month.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Fayette
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063

 

 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended.  When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application.  Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility.  Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

Posting Identification Number  43403 

 

 

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Position Overview

If you desire to create and support lifelong reading, learning, and enjoyment then the IL Department of Corrections (IDOC) has an exciting opportunity for you! The IDOC is looking for a motivated individual to join their team as a Librarian I. This position performs professional library functions pertaining to the maintenance of the general and law libraries. In addition, the Librarian supports facility programs and services, manages collection development, provides reference services, supervises Individual in Custody clerks, and maintains library order and security.  The ideal candidate for this position will be a team-oriented individual who is able to adapt to the changing needs of a dynamic, institutional library; be a self-starter and innovative thinker; and have a passion for Public Service.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Essential Functions

• Conducts and supervises the activities of the institutions law and general libraries.
• Maintains and develops the library collection.
• Prepares/reviews Order for Delivery and Request for Payment forms according to Shared Services provided business procedures and submits paperwork for Educational Facility Administrator’s signature.
• Examines, interprets, and fills user requests for materials using the institutional library or through inter-library loans.
• Prepares and updates list of reading materials and other library services.
• Promotes library services.