Job Description
The Duluth Public Library is seeking a librarian with a passion for customer service and a dedication to helping all people in the community improve their lives. One of the openings is in adult services, assisting library patrons with reference and readers advisory requests. The other is in youth services, helping to share a love of reading and learning with young people of all ages.
For both positions we are looking for:
- Librarian with Master’s Degree in Library Science
- Dedication to customer service
- Strong reference and readers advisory skills
- Enthusiasm for planning and providing engaging events for the community
- Knowledge of collection development and management
- Skill in helping people navigate online resources
- Creativity and flexibility to provide outstanding library service in the midst of change
Key tasks include:
- Staffing a service desk, offering reference assistance and readers advisory suggestions
- Planning and providing programs and events for the public
- Working collaboratively with a team of staff to plan, provide and improve library services
- Selecting, evaluating and weeding items in a designated collection, working within a budget
- Cataloging items chosen for the collection
At the Duluth Public Library our mission is to welcome and serve all people in the community. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to have a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community of people who use the library.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
1. Provide direct library service to the public.
* A. Serve the public directly by staffing public service sites.
* B. Provide information to the public using a variety of sources, formats, technologies and equipment.
* C. Provide instruction to the public in the use of library resources.
D. Serve as a resource person in specialized areas of library service.
* E. Maintain professional growth and development through a variety of activities which may include continuing education courses, seminars, conferences, and participation in professional organizations.
2. Provide and promote library services, programs and collections.
A. Provide library outreach to the community.
* B. Conduct tours, classes and programs for adults, teenagers, and children.
* C. Review and recommend materials, technologies, services, and programs within designated budgets.
* D. Analyze circulation trends; withdraw worn, dated and/or damaged materials from the collection.
* E. Acquire, classify and catalog library materials.
3. Organize and direct the activities of assigned staff, volunteers and interns.
A. Assist in the selection of library staff.
B. Assist in training personnel.
C. Assign and schedule the work activities of designated personnel.
4. Assist in division or department functions as assigned.
A. Provide explanation of library policies and procedures to the public.
B. Participate in or lead committees and task forces.
* C. Maintain records necessary for statistical analysis.
D. Perform related tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited
school.
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
Excellent health and dental. Vacation, plus personal, plus sick leaves.
The Community
The City of Duluth sits on the North Shore of Lake Superior and is a tourist destination for those seeking outdoor activities including single track mountain and fat tire winter biking, hiking, camping, sailing, fishing, and more. The library serves the Duluth population of 86.000 with three locations: Main, Mount Royal, and West. For more information on Duluth, check out either https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duluth,_Minnesota or https://www.visitduluth.com/. For more information on DPL, go to https://duluthlibrary.org/
Website
http://www.duluthlibrary.org/
Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/duluthmn?
HR Info
Human Resources
City of Duluth
218-730-5210