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Technology Librarian

Pueblo City-County Library District

Rawlings

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$17.35 to $23.33 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Pueblo, CO

Hours

30.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Preferred

Type of Library

Public

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Job Description

Is your library career path leading you into the exciting world of emerging technologies?  Than this job may be for you!

The Pueblo City County Library District is seeking a tech savvy Technology Librarian to provide in depth reference and reader’s advisory services as well as expert technical assistance and instruction to customers on use of the Library’s newest technologies, e-resources, public computers, laptops and digital devices.  The key focus of this position is to promote the use of the Library’s technology resources by providing excellent customer service, direct training and programming.  This is a 30 hour per week, benefitted position.

 Who will you work with?

 The Technology Librarian reports to the Manager of the R&RA and works as a team member of the department; working closely with the Technology Trainer, the Idea Factory Coordinator, the IT department and outside vendors to integrate new technologies into library resources. The Technology Librarian will also have extensive interactions with customers, and will teach adults using a variety of learning models.   The position will provide excellent customer service demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively with people regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, ability level or background.

What does the Technology Librarian do?

 Stays abreast of new technologies and library trends and assesses the feasibility of adoption by the Library District.

 Provides public service coverage for approximately 40% of hours worked. Engages in facilitated customer service to provide service at the point of need by providing readers advisory, research, assistance using library resources; suggests outside resources for teens, parents, teachers and community members. 

 Serves as a main point of contact for staff and customers seeking assistance with public computer services, digital and emerging technologies. 

 Develops and coordinates the "Book-a-Librarian" program for the District, providing one-on-one meetings with customers as needed.

 Serves as the primary interface for the Library District to perform research into emerging technologies and identify how their use may be applied to PCCLD services and collections.

 Identifies staff and customer needs in regards to digital and emerging technologies and develops strategies to meet those needs including developing teaching aids and tools.

 Provides technology assistance and works closely with the Technology Trainer to introduce new technologies to library staff, volunteers and customers at all library locations.

Networks with outside technology groups and vendors including outside library technology groups to identify emerging trends for technology use in library settings.

 Assists customers with performing research into digital and new technology inquiries including software, applications, publishing vendors, operating systems and hardware.

 Coordinates with Community Relations in creating user tools and brochures on how to use PCCLD’s technology resources.

 Monitors incoming reference requests via email and phone. 

 Provides general reference assistance by helping customers locate materials, answers questions, places holds, completes forms, confers with other staff and makes referrals to other organizations and agencies; instructs customers in the use of print and on-line materials, equipment, and technologies. 

Resolves customer issues and communicates library policies and procedures to customers.

Supports team efforts to maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and staff by maintaining awareness of surroundings and working in accordance with safety policies and procedures.

Supports team efforts to maintain a safe and secure environment for customers and staff by maintaining awareness of surroundings and working in accordance with safety policies and procedures.

Participates in regularly scheduled department meetings.  Attends All Staff Development Days and other training sessions to acquire new skills and to stay current on all information that is pertinent to PCCLD.

Reads daily organizational communications from intranet, e-mail, newsletters and print announcements.  Stays current on all library services, programs and events throughout the district. Regularly accesses electronic time keeping, payroll and personnel employee access systems.

Occasionally is assigned to the role of Supervisor in Charge for the Rawlings Library including oversight of safety, building security and of the security guard on duty.

Additional Info & Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Skills and Abilities Knowledge of adult materials in print, electronic, periodical, video, digital and other mediums. Expert level of knowledge around the field of digital and emerging technologies. Possess a strong working knowledge on use of Microsoft operating system and software.  Knowledge of other Internet software and media applications, digital technologies, android and Apple software a must.  Ability to plan, instruct and transfer information to a diverse population; knowledge of adult learning models.  Demonstrated ability to develop programming that meets the community’s needs.  Knowledge of research techniques, reference resources, databases and internet resources.  Ability to conduct complex reference interviews, to analyze requests and to apply research skills to locate specialized information or provide customers with alternative sources.  Ability to work independently and as a team member to plan, develop, organize and execute job assignments.  Excellent customer relations skills and the ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve issues.  Ability to conduct reference interviews.  Ability to function under flexible and changing conditions. 

Physical Requirements  Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds and push /pull a fully loaded book cart weighing up to 200 pounds.

Other Requirements:  Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings and weekends.  Must submit to and successfully pass a criminal background investigation.  Must possess a clean driving record, current Colorado Driver's License and provide proof of automobile insurance.

The Community

PUEBLO CITY COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT

Pueblo City County Library District includes eight library locations:  Rawlings Library (main), Barkman Library, Lamb Library, Pueblo West Library, Library @ Y, Patrick Lucero Library, St. Charles Mesa Library and Colorado City Library.

Our Motto:  Ideas, Imagination & Information

Our Mission:  We serve as a foundation for our community by offering welcoing, well equipped and maintained facilities, outstanding collections and well trained employees who proide expert service, encouraging the joy of reading, supporting lifelong learning and presenting access to information from around the world.

Our Vision:  Books and Beyond

HR Info

Florence McKercher

Human Resources Generalist

719-562-5653

Our on-line application process can be accessed from our website at: www.pueblolibrary.org

Posted Oct 10, 2014