Adult Services Librarian

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a professional Library position.  The Adult Services Librarian performs advanced and complex Library services in conjunction with selection, maintenance, reference, and circulation of Library materials to meet the needs of the community.
 
All of the duties listed below are essential job functions All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties.   Nothing in this description restricts the Library’s right to change this job description at any time and/or to assign or reassign duties.  Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Provide reference services i.e. staff the reference desk and answer questions using a variety of print and electronic mediums, provide assistance with computer and electronic devices, perform reader’s advisory, provide instruction for searching the online catalog, subscription databases, and the Internet, locating materials, and placing interlibrary loan requests
2. Perform collection maintenance including materials evaluation, selection, and weeding
3. Create and conduct programming or procure performers for adult library programming both on and off-site and oversee its completion
4. Perform outreach and actively seek partnerships with organizations, agencies, and businesses within the community
5. Seek and write grants
6. Seek and participate in professional development and continuing education opportunities
7. Attend consortium and system meetings and events
8. Participate in the library’s adult social media presence
9. Work with the Adult Services Manager and the IT Librarian to maintain the Adult portion of the Library’s web site, which may include creating, posting, or deleting information
10. Create informational, promotional and marketing materials or displays for external and internal use
11. Produce, maintain, and evaluate statistics as required or requested
12. May Serve as person in charge (PIC) of department in absence of the manager or the Library in absence of the managers
13. Enforce Library policies and procedures
14. Perform other duties as required or assigned

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and the ability to lift/move books up to 40 pounds and full library carts
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and exchange accurate information with staff and library patrons
• Requires ability to effectively and efficiently operate basic office machinery (computer, printer, copier, telephone, fax machine, paper cutter, laminating machine, microfilm/fiche readers, smart TVs, media projectors, etc.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education:       Masters degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited Library school
Experience:     Library experience preferred
Skills:

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and professionalism to create positive interaction with patrons, staff, and others
• Knowledge of office productivity software (MS Office or similar), basic Internet applications, e-reading devices, and mobile apps.
• Ability and willingness to learn new and emerging technologies as requested or needed

JOB SETTING/ENVIRONMENTAL/SOCIAL CONDITIONS:

• Indoor and outdoor conditions apply
• Must be able to work independently as well as with a team
• Must be flexible and patient
• Working evenings and weekends is expected

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