Librarian

We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.
Kirklees
Adults & Health
Communities and Access Service
37
1
Huddersfield Library, Princess Alexandra Walk, Huddersfield HD1 2SU
Permanent
Grade 9

£32,076 - £34,834

The role of Librarian involves working in communities with partners, delivering Council priorities and national initiatives.

The role involves developing and delivering an outreach offer based on these themes.

Key areas of responsibility include organising and assisting with activities, answering complex enquiries, managing and promoting the stock and training staff and volunteers.

As a Librarian you will support on a key theme across all libraries.

As a team player you will work with partners, service providers and other Council Services. 

You should have:

  • A First degree and postgraduate qualification in Information and Library Management, or degree in Information and Library Management, or be able to demonstrate equivalent relevant.
  • Experience of working in a customer service environment, demonstrating excellent customer service and excellent interpersonal skills at all times and have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation.
  • Be competent in the use of IT and digital technology and an awareness of social media.
  • The Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
  • Please see the attached Summary details for more information about the job.

To find out more about Kirklees Libraries and the work we do please visit www.kirkleeslibraries.co.uk

If you have any questions about the role please contact Development Librarians Jaz Long (jaz.long@kirklees.gov.uk) or Sarah Harding (sarah.harding@kirklees.gov.uk)

Interviews will take place on 31st October & 1st November 2022. 

 

Kirstie Wilson is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information. 
We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: jobs@kirklees.gov.uk or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

17 October 2022, 11:55 PM

Important Information

Librarian Job Profile.pdf – 184KB

This vacancy is closed to applications.