Adult Services Librarian (313)

Purpose

Under direction, the Librarian assists patrons in identifying and locating appropriate materials using electronic, print and other resources; trains patrons in the use of resources; develops the collection and prepares and conducts programs designed to encourage library use.

Essential Position Functions

• Proactively provides customer service
• Interviews, researches, and answers questions from patrons
• Assists Materials Selectors in developing and maintaining a high quality collection based on community needs, usage levels, and relevance of materials.
• Evaluates materials, utilizes statistical data and reports for collection maintenance and makes withdrawals according to library guidelines
• Initiates the development and implementation of adult, teen, and children’s programs to increase awareness of library resources and encourage library use
• Recommends materials based on patrons’ interest
• Provides programs, presentations and training to patrons and other organizations, in the Library and in the community
• Serves as librarian-in-charge, as assigned
• Assists patrons with basic troubleshooting of common software products, operating systems, browsers and other technologies associated with library services (including handheld devices, e-readers, laptops, tablets, etc.)
• Performs duties of Library Associate, Storytime Associate and Circulation Assistant, as needed

Education, Training and/or Experience

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school
• A minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

• Proficient in the use of the Integrated Library System (ILS)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
• Ability to arrange items in alphanumeric and/or subject order
• Superior working knowledge of traditional and electronic resources including web sites and databases; excellent online searching skills
• Ability to deliver programs and speak before groups
• Ability to retain and follow circulation policies and procedures
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver’s license, with an acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, daily
• Ability to lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds, daily
• Ability to push book trucks with up to 150 pounds of materials on them, daily
• Ability to stand for extended periods, daily
• Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending, climbing and squatting, daily
• Travel by automobile is required occasionally