Adult Services Librarian - Nichols Library
About The Position
The Adult Services Librarian at Nichols Library provides reference and Readers’ Advisory services and technology assistance to Library customers, and leads paraprofessional staff in managing collections and providing programs. The role helps customers use digital and print resources and promotes Library resources, programs, and services. The librarian provides leadership, training, and guidance in Adult & Teen Services; stays current with adult and teen literature, relevant technology, and library trends; and works with Collection Services to manage the adult collection. The position may periodically serve as Person In Charge (PIC), supporting employees, customers, and facility needs. It also involves outreach and promotion, Library tours, exam proctoring, program development and staffing for adults, reporting, basic computer troubleshooting, and professional development.
Requirements
- Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA-accredited college or university.
- Library experience.
- Proficiency in relevant computer software, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Ability to use relevant computer software to access information, answer questions, and perform daily tasks.
- Familiarity with database applications.
- Ability to provide effective reference assistance and instruction services.
- Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with people of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, and backgrounds.
- Problem-solving skills to determine priorities and find timely solutions to departmental or system-wide issues.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and the public.
- Ability to lead and/or collaborate on projects and programs with staff members.
- Ability to complete tasks consistently and follow up on them.
- Adaptability and responsiveness to change.
- Reliable means of transportation to attend meetings and conferences and to work at other locations.
- Ability to communicate with staff and customers in person, by email, and over the phone.
- Ability to remain stationary or move about for prolonged periods, as required.
- Ability to move equipment or library materials weighing up to 35 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual proficiency.
Responsibilities
- Access and use information from print, electronic, and online resources.
- Provide polite, helpful, and efficient customer service to vendors, customers, and staff.
- Provide leadership, training, and guidance to staff and the public in Adult & Teen Services.
- Stay current with adult and teen literature, relevant technology, and library trends.
- Provide reference and Readers’ Advisory assistance, including topical research and locating materials.
- Work with Collection Services to manage the adult collection.
- Periodically serve as Person In Charge (PIC), supporting employees, customers, and facility issues.
- Complete special projects involving Library promotion and outreach within areas of expertise.
- Conduct Library tours.
- Coordinate and/or conduct exam proctoring for the public.
- Develop, implement, and staff programs for adults.
- Prepare reports and statistics for review as requested.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor computer hardware and software problems.
- Attend professional development opportunities.
- Perform other related duties and assigned special projects.
Benefits
- Three weeks of annual vacation accrual per year.
- Seven holidays per year.
- Twelve days of annual sick leave accrual per year.
- Twelve weeks of paid parental leave.
- Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension plan.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
- Training and development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
