After an internal promotion, we have an opportunity in our Reference/Adult Services department. The ideal candidate will have programming and collection management experience, creativity, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, maintain a professional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and value teamwork.
TYPICAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Formulates and executes on-line database searches; Assists in the training of entry level librarians and support staff; Has responsibility of operation of a special collection and/or service such as Job Information, Health, or Audio-Visual; selects materials, develops procedures, plans informational materials, works with community groups, and participates in related statewide activities; Performs research for and instructs patrons in the use of reference tools and databases, prepares bibliographies; Instructs patrons in the use of the library and its facilities; assists patrons in the use of computers and their applications, including the Internet; conducts library tours for civic groups; Conducts programs such as book talks, story hours, and specialized information presentations; Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations to promote library services; Supervises the work of support personnel; May supervise branch or department in absence of regular supervisor; Performs related work as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited library school; Ability to organize and maintain a specialized library collection or service within a department; Experience with a variety of on-line databases and the ability to apply this knowledge in planning and implementation of research; Ability to evaluate and advise on the disposition of reference questions; Ability to instruct and train support staff. This position serves a diverse population, including a substantial Spanish-speaking community. Spanish language skills are helpful
SALARY: Within Local 3144 Range 7: $51,648 annualized
Click this link for full job description and application information. Deadline for submission is January 20th, 2023.
