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Job Description

1. Works on the public service desks providing reference service to walk-ins, over the phone, via email, and instant messaging 2. Assists and instructs patrons through material and on-line searches, computer software applications, reference/in-depth research, community referrals, and outside sources/collections 3. Provides in-depth assistance and information about the library’s services and procedures 4. Searches a variety of reference resources 5. Provides readers’ advisory services 6. Maintains confidentiality in all patron and staff interactions 7. Promotes library services through tours, demonstrations, talks, and displays 8. Uses computers, printers, microform machines, TTD, fax, CD ROM and other business machines 9. Assess patron needs and provide pertinent materials in an organized fashion (including bibliographies, fact sheets, pathfinders, etc.) 10. Serves as the “person in charge” in the absence of the Adult Services Manager/Supervisor 11. May direct merchandising activities (displays, bulletin boards, etc.) 12. May provide support and direction for Information Services Specialists who maintain on-line community databases 13. Teaches computer classes to the public and PPLD staff 14. Manages specialized services: Law Library; Is responsible for coordinating the law library and materials for our patrons, attorneys, and paralegal students. 15. Closely coordinates with the El Paso County Bar Association and Collection Management on the collection budget, ordering titles, and weeding the collection. 16. Coordinates the workload of the El Paso County Bar Association’s filing clerk who updates the collection, including verifying and signing the clerk’s timesheet. 17. Works with Westlaw representative to offer Continuing Legal Education training to local attorneys. 18. Is an active member of Pikes Peak Community College’s Paralegal Advisory Committee. 19. Submits a law library column to the monthly El Paso Bar Association’s newsletter 20. Works at the law library’s public desks about 20 – 25 hours per week 21. Teaches legal research class to PPLD staff as part of “Finding Info @ Our Library” program. 22. Manages collection materials for a specific target group 23. Serves as a liaison with community groups and provides outreach to communicate services and programs 24. Staffs “AskColorado” and IMReference desks. 25. May organize and conduct projects related to departmental goals and needs 26. Performs other related duties as assigned

Additional Info & Requirements

1. Advanced knowledge of library practices, procedures, and materials 2. Ability to promote library resources and programs 3. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions 4. Possess good verbal and written communication skills 5. Ability to work independently without close supervision; ability to plan, organize, and execute job assignments 6. Ability to conduct effective patron interviews to determine user needs 7. Ability to instruct patrons in library resources 8. Ability to represent the library district with tact and courtesy 9. Ability to exhibit sound professional judgment and demeanor in all public interactions 10. Ability to think and act appropriately under pressure while serving on the public desk 11. Ability to use a personal computer and office equipment effectively, including Microsoft Office software applications 12. Ability to organize and maintain specialized files and databases 13. Ability to research and gather information on trends and resources in the library field 14. Advanced proficiency on computer applications 15. Ability to work as an effective team member, have a "whatever it takes" work ethic, and have an excellent customer service attitude

The Community

With its 12 branches and 2 bookmobiles, Pikes Peak Library District serves the 500,000+ residents of El Paso County, which is nestled at the base of beautiful 14,110' Pikes Peak. Our hip and technically savvy community loves its public libraries!

HR Info

A PPLD job application is required to apply for all vacant positions. Obtain a typable/printable application at www.ppld.org 1. Requires a Masters degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS), Juris Doctor (JD), or other equivalent and relevant professional degree at the Masters level 2. Requires a minimum of one year of library or other public service work experience; Law Library and/or SIRSI experience is a plus! 3. Requires the ability to type at least 45 words per minute accurately 4. Prefer candidates with solid proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications 5. In order to be considered as an applicant for this position, you must write and submit two double-spaced paragraphs (up to 250 words each) in response to each of the following two questions: # 1) “How will public libraries continue to be relevant in the future?” # 2) “What specific skills and talents will you bring to the Law Librarian position that distinguishes you from other candidates?" Applications that are submitted without these two requested essays will not be considered for this position. Attach these paragraphs to your PPLD job application form. 6. Requires excellent communication skills and an excellent customer service attitude. Bilingual ability is a plus in serving our diverse patrons!