Associate Librarian

City of Inglewood•Inglewood, CA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Associate Librarian provides materials, resources, and programs within a Library division to the general public and participates in and supervises the work activities of assigned staff. The position may serve in Adult Services, Children's Services, Hispanic Services, Technical Services, or Teen Services. Adult Services includes providing reference, readers' advisory, computer, database, and referral services in person, by telephone, and through the library website; helping patrons select materials; and conducting community outreach and programming. Children's Services focuses on child development, children's literature, programming, outreach, and collection development. Hispanic Services requires English and Spanish fluency, inclusive and culturally sensitive communication, adult reference, computer, and referral services, and community outreach and programming. Technical Services includes proposing technology solutions, cataloging materials, producing usage statistics, and managing or troubleshooting electronic resources and equipment. Teen Services includes teen collection development, readers' advisory, reference, programming, school and community collaboration, research and technology assistance, inclusive service, and program evaluation. The listed tasks are illustrative, not comprehensive. The selection process may include a training and experience evaluation, writing exercise, and qualifications appraisal interview. Candidates must score at least 70 to be placed on the active eligibility list, which lasts one year.

Requirements

Master's degree in Library & Information Sciences.
Three years of experience in a public library work environment.
Knowledge of public library operations, practices, and procedures; modern office practices; City policies and procedures; conflict resolution; and Library systems, theory, and principles related to circulation, cataloging, the Dewey Decimal System, and inventory.
Ability to resolve and address issues from the public and perform essential duties with little supervision.
Ability to organize and prioritize projects and multiple tasks effectively and on time.
Ability to gather, read, analyze, and interpret data; exercise good judgment; maintain accurate records; maintain cultural awareness; and perform repetitive duties.
Skill in organizing and planning for high productivity; using computer databases to research and maintain records and files; working with students; building productive working relationships; resolving day-to-day issues; and providing a high level of customer care.
Proficiency operating computers and software, fax machines, copiers, scanners, and other specialized equipment, including industry-related software packages.
Candidates must have access to a computer with internet, video, and audio capabilities to participate in the examination process.

Responsibilities

Research users' information requests and help patrons select and locate books and other materials.
Assist with selecting, ordering, and cataloging books, periodicals, government documents, and other materials.
Examine materials and select items to be withdrawn, discarded, updated, repaired, or replaced.
Represent the Library at school visits, classroom talks, orientations, library tours, public forums, and community events.
Plan and implement programs such as storytelling, films, arts and crafts, and training workshops.
Provide reference services, advise readers, give instruction, and monitor use of the catalog, online services, and public computers.
Create and design bibliographies, flyers, and brochures; edit and proofread Library print materials.
Prepare and complete statistical reports.
Support, implement, and enforce Division policies and procedures.
Provide Adult Services reference, readers' advisory, computer, database, and referral services; assist with materials selection, outreach, and programming.
For Children's Services, contribute knowledge of child development and children's literature to programming, outreach, and collection development.
For Hispanic Services, provide culturally sensitive and inclusive service in English and Spanish, including adult reference, computer, referral, outreach, and programming services.
For Technical Services, propose technology solutions; copy catalog materials, with some original cataloging; report monthly database and materials usage statistics; and manage or troubleshoot electronic resources, gaming systems, laptops, and other equipment.
For Teen Services, oversee teen collection development, readers' advisory, and reference; plan programs and collaborate with schools and community partners; assist with research and technology; foster an inclusive environment; and evaluate program effectiveness.
Participate in and supervise the work activities of assigned staff.