Job Description
The Jamestown Philomenian Library is seeking to fill the newly developed position of full-time Community Services Librarian. This professional position reports to the JPL Director.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is creative, detail-oriented, and enjoys working with people of all ages.
The ideal candidate for this position will instruct the public and staff in the use of the library collections and a wide variety of information tools and resources in all formats. Participating in community outreach, delivering library classes, programs, and services are integral features of this position.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with some nights and weekends required
Salary: $48,000 plus excellent benefits
An affirmative action/equal opportunity employer; BCI required
Essential Functions
· Plans, promotes, implements, and evaluates programming to enrich the lives and meet the diverse needs of community members, both individually and in concert with the Friends of the JPL
· Maintains the library website and social media platforms
· Creates the library newsletter, JPL Weekly, for publication and distribution
· Provides instruction in the use of information tools to adult patrons, via one-on-one sessions and larger classes
· Provides readers advisory and assists with research and reference requests of adult patrons
· Manages interlibrary loan requests
· Checks and responds to meeting room requests from patrons and organizations
· Chooses films for movie matinees according to budget and availability and runs them for the public
· Runs a monthly book club on topic/genre of his/her/their choice
· Coordinates the Museum passes program with the Friends of the JPL
· Assists with training and supervising of part-time staff and adult volunteers
· Responsible for the Adult department as a whole in the absence of the Director
Other Responsibilities
· Visits community organizations and non-profits to collaborate on programming and services
· Represents the library and participates in outreach efforts, as needed
· Assists in promoting library use, both in person and digitally, by creating attractive promotional materials in conjunction with the Youth Services Associate
· Keeps current with new trends in library planning and services
· Meets with other library staff and outside organizations in order to coordinate activities and exchange information
· Attends professional development and participates in professional organizations
· Catalogs and processes library collections, as needed
· Assists other librarians with programs and special projects
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Has earned a Masters of Library and Information Services (or working toward degree) from an ALA-accredited program
· Possesses the required knowledge, abilities, and skills to work in a public library, and/or ability and willingness to learn them
· Listens to, understands, and interprets the concerns of patrons
· Practices independent judgment and make good decisions when resolving problems relating to patrons/public
· Works independently and in a group environment
· Possesses exemplary customer service skills; comfortable working with the public in busy situations
· Understands the needs and abilities of adults and seniors
· Has the ability to administer programs and activities for adults
· Feels comfortable with establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, officials of other agencies and the general public
· Is accurate, thorough and timely in the completion of work assignments
· Possesses creativity, planning, and organizational skills
· Employs effective written and oral communication skills
· Has excellent computer skills required. Koha experience preferred but not required. Must be familiar with trends in technology
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee frequently is required to:
· Stand, walk, and sit
· Use hands and fingers to handle books, paper, and technology
· Speak and listen to others
· See and read
· Reach with hands and arms
· Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
· Must be able to frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
· The employee must frequently push, pull, and maneuver full book carts.
Send Cover letter and resume by November 17, 2023 via email to Lisa Sheley, Library Director, at jamlibdirector@gmail.com with the subject heading “Community Services Librarian”
Benefits & Additional Compensation Info
-Municipal health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
-Ability to pay into the retirement plan
The Community
Jamestown, RI is a small island community of 5,500 residents. The population increases in the summertime with seasonal residents and visitors. There is one elementary school and one middle school on the island; students attend either Narragansett High School or North Kingstown High School (or one of the many area private schools).
Links
External Job Ad
https://jamestownphilomenianlibrary.org/job-opportunities
HR Info
Lisa Sheley, Library Director. jamlibdirector@gmail.com