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Librarian - Teen Focus

High Plains Library District

LINC

Application Deadline

Apply By Jul 5th, 2024

Wages

$25.31 to $34.24 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Greeley, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Required

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.
Job Description

Librarian - Teen Focus

Role: 

Answers patron requests for information and assistance, coordinates programming within the branch, and acts as a staff resource. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

40% - IN BRANCH PROGRAMMING - Working independently or as part of a team, develops relevant programs by using project management and outcomes based planning and evaluation tools; delivers programs to audiences within the library, and assists Community Relations and Marketing with recruiting attendees in order to provide benefit to patrons, promote use of library resources and represent the library district to the community. Essential

15% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Receives referrals from Library Associates working with patrons, assists patrons in locating the information needed through the use of library resources and Internet sites; provides in-depth reference services and locates requested materials and information sources in order to satisfy patron requests for library materials and information; stays well informed as a reader’s advisor; and assists patrons with circulation functions which include, but are not limited to, issuing and updating library cards, checking-out and renewing materials, placing holds, and addressing account problems. Essential 

15% - TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION – Receives referrals from Library Associates working with patrons, applies digital technology skills to assist patrons in using library technology; identifies opportunities for formal training in the library and advises patrons on availability of classroom and individual technology instruction. Accommodates different learning styles, assesses the needs of the learner and collaborates with the learner to meet the learner’s needs.Essential

15% - COLLECTION MAINTENANCE – Maintains and creates web content, recommends additions to the collection, evaluates weeding reports and recommends removal of items, notifying the Collection Librarian of the discarded item in order to keep collection appealing, current and useful. Essential 

5% - STAFF RESOURCE – Acts as a resource for staff by providing in-depth reference assistance, reference consultation, mentoring and training of staff in providing reference and reader’s advisory services in order to provide dynamic services to patrons. Essential 

10% - OTHER DUTIES – Creates displays, bibliographies, and blogs, recommends budgets, requests equipment and supply purchases, prepares statistical reports, acts as Person In Charge (PIC), and assists Supervisor with projects in order to ensure the smooth operation of the library. Non Essential

Minimum Requirements: 

Education: 

Master of Library and Information Science 

Experience: 

Two or more years of experience working in a library (preferred) 

Able to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently (preferred) 

Or any combination of education and experience which provides the success factors. 

District Success Factors: 

Focuses on the customer 

Initiative 

Contributes to a positive work environment 

Strategic thinking 

Pursues personal development 

Continuous improvement 

Takes pride in the workplace 

Emotionally intelligent 

Tactful 

Knowledge of public library operations 

Creativity
 

 Job Success Factors: 

Knowledge of public library reference service 

Knowledge of literature 

Knowledge of print and online reference resources 

Skill in reference interviewing 

Skill in Reader’s Advisory 

Skill in using Innovative Interfaces, Inc’s Sierra or other comparable automated library system 

Skill in using and troubleshooting a wide variety of digital devices, stationary and mobile 

Skill in instructing others how to use digital technology 

Skill in customer service including dealing with difficult patrons and volatile situations 

Skill in Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and Publisher 

Able to foster a nonjudgmental, supportive environment for a diverse population of users by using patience and effective communication to assure a positive
learning experience 

Able to operate various office equipment including copiers 

Able to plan and conduct age appropriate programming 

Able to mentor and train staff 

Physical Success Factors: 

Able to push a fully loaded book-cart weighing up to 200 lbs. 

Able to lift 50 lbs. 

Benefits:

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation, dependent care and medical expenses

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leave


 

This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position. 

Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

Benefits:

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(a) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation, dependent care and medical expenses

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Leave

Additional Info & Requirements

Pay Grade: 51
Wages/Benefits:  $25.31 - 34.24 /hr; full-time benefits
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Hours: 40Hrs Full-time; Some days, evenings, and weekends 
Location: ​LINC
Department: Branch Services

Supervisor: Library Manager
Supervises: None
Deadline: July 5, 2024

Links

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https://www.mylibrary.us/jobs/

Website
https://www.mylibrary.us/jobs/

Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.mylibrary.us/jobs/

HR Info

1.888.861.READ (7323)

Posted Jun 13, 2024