Librarian I

City of Chula Vista, CA • Chula Vista, CA

375d

About The Position

To perform a variety of professional library work in the City libraries including reference services, materials selection, youth and adult services, readers' advisory, cataloging, community programs; and to do related work as required. This is the first level in the Librarian series. Incumbent works under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association; OR
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in liberal studies, social science or a related field, supplemented by 9 semester or 12 quarter units of graduate library science education accredited by the American Library Association, AND three-years of paraprofessional library experience or completion of a library technician program from a community college or 9 Continuing Education Units in library science; OR
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in liberal studies, social science or a related field and two-years paid paraprofessional experience in a library and current enrollment in an ALA accredited MLS program with 20% coursework completed; OR
• Master's Degree in a subject and two-years paid paraprofessional experience in a library.

Nice To Haves

• Valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference service and instruction to library guests of all ages using print and digital resources.
• Answer questions from the public in person, over the telephone and electronically.
• Assist the public in making most effective use of library facilities.
• Ensure guests follow library rules.
• Plan and deliver library programs for youth and adults.
• Instruct guests on the use of digital resources and other library services.
• Resolve general complaints.
• Deselect library materials based on condition, currency and relevance.
• Note gap in collections and make recommendations.
• Compile lists and bibliographies.
• Review books and make recommendations for their purchase.
• Develop seasonal and topical displays throughout library.
• Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of library science and services.
• Resolve staffing emergencies and problems with the public's use of the library.
• Catalog, classify and assign subject headings to books and other publications.
• Conduct library tours.
• Train staff and volunteers as assigned.
• Prepare reports as assigned.
• Recommend budget needs to supervisor.
• Maintain order, quiet and safety in the library as needed.
• Assist in conducting research projects and special studies.
• Attend conferences of professional organizations and serve on committees, as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer services.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees