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Job Description

Position Title:Librarian-II AF  
Department:Library & Information Services   (Youth Services/Children Services)   
Reports to:Department Director  
FLSA Status:non-Exempt  
Bargaining Unit:AFSCME  
Pay Grade:21A  
Job Status:Permanent, Full-time  
Full Time Equivalent:various  

Position Summary

The Librarian-II is responsible for the application of the full scope of professional library services in the area of assignment. Develops, maintains, and markets library collections of books and other materials; assists library users in locating, obtaining, and using information and other materials, both in the library and remotely, and participates in planning and delivering programs for the library’s users.

A Librarian-II is distinguished from a Librarian-I by the requirement for a Master’s Degree in Library Science. 

Education, Training and Experience – minimum required to proficiently perform the job

Education / higher education: Master's Degree 

            For required college degrees, applicable field(s) of study: Library Science.  

Minimum number of years of directly related experience: Previous library experience in a professional capacity involving reference and reader advisory services; and/or collection development and maintenance; and/or special program development, or other technical library work.  

Education and/or experience preferences: none 

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

Driver’s License requirement: Infrequent Driver -- Regular Driver's License      Required Endorsements: None  

Note -- For any driver, driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.

Required certifications, licenses or registrations:  none 

Preferred certifications, licenses or registrations: none 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to proficiently perform the job

Knowledge: Basic principles and procedures of professional library work, including methods, practices, and techniques of library classification, cataloging, and references, collections, systems and online applications; Computerized cataloging, bibliographical, and circulation system databases; and basic reference tools and services; Standard bibliographic sources, the on-line cataloging databases, and verification tools; Principles, training methods and techniques used in current training field practices (by assignment); Curricula design and methodologies (by assignment); Archives and records management issues and trends (by assignment); Materials and services available in public libraries; Professional library publications and the literature of librarianship. 

Skills:  Must be able to type rapidly and accurately enough to successfully produce documents/spreadsheets, communicate via e-mail, or perform data entry as necessary to accomplish the essential functions of the position.   Use of technology, equipment and software typically used in the office environment. Operate library equipment such , copiers, poster makers, and other specialized library equipment; Operate standard office equipment; Operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties. 

Abilities: Communicate with, and respond pleasantly to, a demanding and diverse public; Work well with children, teens, and adults patrons; Remain calm and efficient under pressure at the public service desk; Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; Locate obscure and specialized materials from nonstandard sources; Develop, schedule, and conduct training related to automation and electronic resources in a library (by assignment); Develop materials and training and user aids (by assignment); Work with staff to determine the need for new and updated classes (by assignment); Create a newsletter to notify staff of changes in software, searching tips, etc. (by assignment); Provide training as requested by community groups (by assignment); Exercise initiative in the improvement, development, and implementation of library programs Independently, develop professional expertise in selected subject areas and library system operations. 

Interaction with Groups/Agencies/Entities: Internal: Works with library staff on special projects and promotions.     External: Assists library customers in person and remotely to locate requested information or use library resources in print, in other formats, and online. 

Authorities and Accountabilities

Level of independent decision making: Moderate--incumbent is expected to analyze situations that are not covered by established procedures or instructions and suggest to supervisor a recommended course of action 

Budgetary/Financial/Asset accountability: Low -- Position is accountable to a Department Director or Division Manager and cannot make major decisions or obligate the City 

Span of control: Responsibility for own work (no supervision or leadership expectations) 

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this position. The omission of specific functions does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provides general reference assistance, user instruction and readers’ advisory service to patrons conducts reference interviews to determine patron needs and instructs and guides patrons in locating, selecting and using books, periodicals and other print and non-print materials; orients and informs patrons about library procedures and practices and specialized information sources, specialized library material collections and similar services; instructs patrons in use of print, online and other library resources; advises patrons and answers reference questions involving specialized subject knowledge and special collections; researches and requests inter-library loans; places "holds" on materials and selects and pulls materials for patrons, as requested.

• Performs original, contributed, and copy cataloging (physical or electronic) for library materials in all formats and supervises preparation of received materials.

• Classification of all materials, database management and authority work.

• Evaluates, selects, orders, and weeds materials to maintain effective and timely library collections in line with the library’s collection development plan and budget guidelines. Participates in selection of both book and non-book collections materials; participates in assigned collection development committees and makes selection and purging recommendations; analyzes, determines needs, selects and de-selects library collections in specific broad subject fields and monitors and complies with budget; acts as a subject specialist in assigned field(s); meets with publisher representatives to review material; oversees maintenance of special collections; assesses donated and damaged materials for disposition and sorts materials for binding, mending, replacement or withdrawal.

• Plans, organizes, publicizes and implements library educational or other special projects and programs within assigned areas (e.g., children’s story time); monitors contractors to ensure contract compliance; may also develop materials and/or serve as instructor for designated projects and programs (e.g., internet safety training); participates in developing, designing and setting up exhibits and displays. Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services in such areas as children’s services, adult services, computer access services; recommends program and procedure changes.

• Contributes to the marketing of the library collections by giving library tours and by developing and maintaining displays, bibliographies, and library user guides, both printed and electronic.

• Records service statistics, answers correspondence and telephone calls, develops procedures as needed, and contributes to the development and revision of library planning documents, including budget items.

• Keeps abreast with professional developments and current events; reads journals, reviews books, bibliographies and other media.

• Researches, writes and monitors grant activities, including preparing and submitting grant proposals to City Council, Grantors, and providing grant activity reports to grantors in a timely manner.

• Empties outside book-drops when closed and on holidays when needed.

• Serves on library committee’s as assigned.

• Assumes total responsibility of the Library when designated.

• May be scheduled/required to work nights and weekends. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Daily activity level: Blend of sedentary and physical work 

Physical characteristics: Job requires oral and aural communication; Job requires reading and comprehension of written materials; Job requires normal vision; Grasping with hand, gripping; Keystroking or repetitive motion of hands/fingers/arms; Involvement in verbal or physical confrontations; Use of medical equipment (i.e., AED, give injections, bandage/splint); Bending/kneeling/crawling; Lifting/carrying/push/pull up to 49 lbs.; Working while standing for prolonged periods of time  

Exposures: Exposure to biological agents, human/animal body fluids, blood borne pathogens, excrement or tuberculosis; Handling hazardous chemicals or toxic substances; Falling objects could injure feet. 

Extraordinary working conditions: None 

Hazardous equipment/machinery used: None 

Required personal protective equipment: Protective gear