Librarian I - Adult Services (Part Time)

City of Louisville

main library

Application Deadline

Apply By Sep 5th, 2014

Wages

$21.77 to $25.04 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Louisville, CO

Hours

Not Specified

MLS

Not Specified

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

Under the general direction of the Public Services Supervisor, provides reference service and reader’s advisory to patrons of all ages as well as performing outreach services to the community.  Provides instruction in the use of materials in all formats. Assists with collection development. Plans, develops and delivers programming. Performs other work as required. Schedule may include evening and weekend hours. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Assists patrons in locating general and reference resources including electronic databases
• Instructs patrons in search strategies and the use of information resources
• Provides individual assistance and instruction in the use of public computers, the Internet, e-readers, and other technologies, including STEM tools in the library
• Assists patrons in locating reading materials that may be of interest to them using the Library’s Reader’s Advisory collection, the NoveList database, and other resources
• Prepares bibliographies and other instructional material as needed
• Along with other Adult Services staff, reviews and recommends general reading and reference materials for the library’s collection in a variety of formats, including print, audiovisual, and electronic
• Manages and monitors collections to ensure they are current, accurate, and relevant.
• Assumes responsibility for the department in the absence of Adult Services librarians
• Assists with displays for the Adult Services Department
• Maintains postings and filings of City materials in the Library

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

Required: ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science or Information Science.

Preferred: One year’s experience as a professional librarian in a municipal, public, or school library.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public library service
• Knowledge of automated library systems and equipment
• Knowledge of collection development principles
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with a variety of reading- and information-   related electronic devices and software
• Knowledge of technologies and practices used in STEM programming within a public library
• Skill in searching library databases, cataloging utilities, and the Internet
• Ability to work in a changing environment
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing
• Ability to instruct adults and children in the use of the Internet, STEM technologies; the library’s electronic databases; and programs
• Ability to develop user guides and bibliographies
• Ability to assist patrons in locating information and materials
• Ability to respect the privacy of individual users
• Ability to plan and conduct library programs
• Ability to exercise considerable initiative and judgment

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

SPECIAL LICENSE, REGISTRATION, OR CERTIFICATE REQUIRED: none

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to read, speak, and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands, fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must be able to regularly move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Occasional use of personal transportation may be required for outreach to community organizations and for staff development opportunities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work is performed in the library. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

The City of Louisville is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The Community

 

City of Louisville, Colorado, incorporated in 1882, lies in Boulder County roughly six miles east of the City of Boulder and 25 miles northwest of Denver. The City of Louisville has often been recognized for its livability. Most recently, Money Magazine named Louisville #1 in 2009, and then in an unprecedented action again named Louisville #1 in its 2011 “Best Place to Live” issue. Many things contribute to this exemplary quality of life and positive economic condition including 1,700 acres of open space, dozens of great eateries, a thriving arts scene, great schools, wonderful neighborhoods and a diverse mix of employment opportunities. As the Money article noted, “Add in dry, clear weather, little crime, good health care, low taxes, and Louisville is pretty tough to beat.”

 

HR Info

Only online applications will be accepted.  Please go to our website to apply:  www.louisvilleco.gov

Posted Aug 20, 2014