Youth Services Librarian
South Hill
Join a Library engaged in community-driven facilities and services planning process, and help create and deliver an innovative and exciting future to the residents of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Pierce County Library is looking for a Youth Services Librarian to join our dynamic team at our South Hill Pierce County Branch.
Pay Grade: $26.43 – $36.59 per hour, FLSA non-exempt, Union represented.
Schedule: Forty (40) hours per week on a regular schedule. Schedule is: Monday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Tuesday: Noon – 9 p.m.; Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; and Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Second Saturday: 8:40 a.m. – 5:10 p.m. Second Sunday: 12:40 p.m. – 5:10 p.m.
Application Requirements: In addition to completing the application, please also include a cover letter and resume . Apply through this site no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, June 1, 2016. Applications received after deadline will not be considered.
Position Summary:
Performs a variety of professional librarian functions on behalf of the Pierce County Library System; provides reference, youth, early learning, Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) library literacy programs and/or community outreach services to the public; instructs customers in the use of library equipment and resources; participates in maintaining assigned collection materials; represents the Library to the community; and performs other specialized duties relative to area of assignment.
Supervisory Relationships:
Reports to a Department Director, Branch Manager, Senior Librarian; no supervisory responsibility is exercised.
Essential Functions:
Class specifications are intended to provide a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
- Delivers high-quality, customer-focused services.
- Responds to public inquiries regarding the Library’s operations, programs, services, materials, and resources.
- Conducts reference interviews and provides readers’ advisory, research services and instruction to individuals of diverse ages and abilities.
- Interprets and explains the Library’s policies and procedures; addresses and assists in resolving customer concerns and complaints.
- Instructs and assists customers in the use of the Library’s equipment, catalogs, databases, public website, internet, and/or computer software applications; troubleshoots equipment issues.
- Conducts a variety of routine library work including receiving and processing holds and/or interlibrary loan requests for customers.
- Participates in the maintenance and development of assigned library collections; evaluates and identifies materials for repair, replacement, weeding, and/or reassignment.
- Coordinates and assists in weeding out-dated, worn, and non-circulating items.
- Researches and provides recommendations regarding the purchase of new library materials.
- Serves as a representative of the Library to outside agencies, community groups, and the general public; establishes and maintains positive community relationships.
- Attends and participates in a variety of meetings, workshops, seminars, and/or conferences; stays apprised of trends and developments in the field of public library operations, early elementary education and science (as appropriate).
- Prepares and maintains various types of departmental records, databases, lists, and documentation.
- Participates in updating and maintaining online content for area of assignment including website pages, blogs, and/or podcasts.
- Demonstrates punctuality and regular and consistent attendance.
- Brings matters of public concern regarding waste, inefficiency, corruption, discrimination, and safety to the attention of Library Management.
- Accurately communicates the Library’s policies to members of the public in all job-related contacts.
- Positively reflects Pierce County Library System’s mission, vision, and values to members of the public and to staff.
- Performs other specialized duties relative to area of assignment as assigned or required.
- Develops, coordinates, promotes, delivers, administers, and evaluates children’s, youth, and/or teen library programming; creates and maintains program materials and displays.
- Conducts storytimes, book talks, program presentations, and community outreach activities.
- Provides reference and readers’ advisory services to customers.
Required Knowledge of:
- Public library operations, programs, and services.
- Departmental policies, procedures, and service standards.
- Specialized operations relative to area of assignment.
- Collection maintenance and development principles.
- Automated library systems and databases.
- Computers and Windows-based software.
- Customer service standards and protocols.
Required Skill in:
- Coordinating and performing a variety of professional librarian functions.
- Facilitating the delivery of high-quality, customer-focused library services to customers.
- Responding to inquiries and providing customer service to the public.
- Participating in the maintenance and development of assigned library collections.
- Representing the Library to community organizations, outside agencies, and the public.
- Conducting specialized duties relative to area of assignment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Library Science required; and
- At least one year professional librarian experience preferred.
Licenses, Certifications, and Special Requirements:
- State of Washington Librarian Certification is required.
- Depending on area of assignment, a valid Washington State Driver’s License may be required.
- Must pass local police and Washington State Adult/Child Abuse records check prior to hire.
- The ability to work evenings and weekends on a rotating schedule and to adapt to schedule changes on short notice is required.
Working Environment and Physical Requirements:
- Work is performed in a library environment and involves regular contact with the public.
- Subject to sitting and standing for extended periods of time, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders/stepstools, and lifting of objects weighing up to 30-35 pounds.
- Must be able to lift and carry library materials and push/pull loaded carts.
Benefits:
- Sick Leave
- Medical, Dental, and Basic Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Vacation
- State Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employees have an opportunity to participate in the Tax Sheltered Annuity Program and the Deferred Compensation Program
- Additional life insurance for the employee and family is available through payroll deduction.
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