Job Description
Madison Public Library seeks a Community Partnership Librarian at the Meadowridge Library who will provide leadership and coordination in this neighborhood library operation. The work will involve the growth and development of significant external relationships, to include neighborhood groups and outreach to the underserved or unserved. The position is also responsible for building and maintaining a collaborative relationship with the Meadowood Neighborhood Center. This collaboration will include joint programming with an emphasis on programming focusing on using the shared kitchen. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Librarian 3 or Library Supervisor. This series is structured to provide advancement from Librarian 1 to Librarian 2 (consistent with City policy).
- Grow and develop significant external relationships, to include neighborhood groups and outreach to the underserved or unserved.
- Build and maintain a collaborative relationship with the Meadowood Neighborhood Center.
- Participate in joint programming efforts focusing on the shared kitchen, which may include nutritional snack preparation for middle-school students, cookbook author visits and demonstrations, small community meals, and classes taught by staff and outside cooks, chefs and nutritionists.
- Provide direct services to customers at an all-ages Ask Desk. Select, craft and execute a diverse programming repertoire.
- Coordinate paraprofessional, clerical and hourly staff and volunteers. Prioritize and monitor staff work activities. Hire pages, clerks and library assistants.
- Perform related work as assigned.
For the exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, please reference the Librarian 1 classification specification on-line at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/madisonwi/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=829972&headerfooter=0
For more information about the Madison Public Library and its programs, please visit:
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/
http://madisonbubbler.org/
Additional Info & Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of library science theories, principles, practices, and terminology applicable to a public library and community engagement. Working knowledge of automated and manual library systems. Working knowledge of professional library reference and collection development strategies and resources. Working knowledge of and ability to use computer software applicable to the duties of the position. Knowledge of project management principles and practices. Knowledge of cultural and economic issues involved in serving traditionally underserved populations. Ability to provide professional expertise in the development, promotion and implementation of library programs and services. Ability to model exceptional customer service skills, including exhibiting respect and sensitivity to a diverse clientele. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work effectively with diverse and/or underserved individuals and communities in traditional and non-traditional settings. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with community partners. Ability to participate in the promotion, development and organization of collections in relevant formats. Ability to perform as a leader and as a collaborative team member. Ability to apply research and professional reading to practice. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in making choices on the spot. Ability to maintain a positive and flexible approach to changing needs within the community and to a changing information environment. Ability to maintain a flexible approach to assignments and schedules. Ability to multi-task while remaining accessible and helpful. Ability to coordinate library program activities and staff within prescribed parameters. Ability to maintain adequate attendance.
The Community
Madison Public Library (MPL) is a dynamic organization that actively embraces the changing role of libraries. Our new Central Library opened in 2013, featuring a fully equipped media lab, gigabit connectivity, ample meeting rooms, and our critically acclaimed Bubbler program which has since been able to expand through major grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Our eight neighborhood libraries have similarly embraced new services and technology, such as our Meadowridge Library’s community kitchen that will support youth nutrition and food preparation programs. At MPL we encourage creativity, innovation, imagination, and going beyond the traditional or expected; our outstanding and collegial workforce is highly valued by the community, and includes staff members who have received national recognition or awards for their work at MPL.