BranchLibrarian

Lake Agassiz Regional Library • Barnesville, MN

401d • $33,675 - $37,045

About The Position

The Branch Librarian (Library Associate I) at Barnesville Public Library is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the library, ensuring excellent customer service and community engagement. This part-time position requires independent judgment and involves various tasks including reference services, programming, outreach, and general library operations. The role supports the mission of the Lake Agassiz Regional Library to enrich lives and strengthen communities.

Requirements

• Graduation from a four-year college or university is preferred, but may consider an equivalent combination of library experience, training, and relevant work experience
• Effective customer service experience preferred
• A valid driver's license
• Able to communicate clearly using English, both written and oral

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of common computer software and keyboarding proficiency
• Able to effectively use the internet, email, social media and emerging technologies
• A commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion

Responsibilities

• Create excellent customer experiences
• Mediate and resolve customer complaints and concerns
• Provide reader's advisory, reference and information services
• Assist and instruct customers with the downloading of eBooks and eAudiobooks
• Troubleshoot and instruct in the use of computer/technology and device issues
• Build relationships and partnerships to promote the library and meet community needs
• Support community needs by offering meaningful and purposeful library programs
• Work in conjunction with Supervisor and Marketing Coordinator to plan, develop and implement public relations and marketing initiatives
• Provide library tours, orientation and instruction to community members
• Keep abreast of and promote current library services and programs to customers
• Participate in collection selection and deselection
• Arrange and display materials to promote collection and increase circulation
• Perform all circulation related functions
• Assist customers with the location and use of library materials
• Assist customers with printing, photocopying, faxing and scanning
• Collect and record service charges and prepare bank deposits
• Responsible for keeping the library looking clean and attractive
• Keep abreast of policy, procedural and instructional changes
• Assist with the training of staff and volunteers
• Identify security risks and thefts to ensure a safe and secure environment
• Attend meetings and trainings
• Perform related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid holiday, vacation & sick leave
• Enrollment in Minnesota Public Employees Retirement plan (PERA)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
• F.I.C.A.
• Optional union membership (AFSCME)
• Six month orientation period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree