Librarian I - FT and PT

City of Sunnyvale•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to hire two positions for Librarian I for the new Lakewood Branch Library! The current vacancies are: one Full-Time Librarian I and one Part-Time Librarian I (21 hours per week). We are seeking energetic and highly motivated individuals who possess excellent customer service, technical, and interpersonal skills to join our team. The ideal candidates will have experience working closely with the public in a fast-paced full-service library environment. Key responsibilities include creating new and innovative programs for the public, using state-of the-art technology to develop library content, and selecting interesting and relevant titles for the collection. Special projects may include expanding the Library's community engagement and outreach activities. The position requires a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future Librarian I vacancies (Part-Time and Full-Time) at the Sunnyvale Main Library and the Lakewood Branch Library. Under general supervision, performs a full range of professional library duties in support of assigned functions; and performs other duties as required.

Requirements

A Master's degree in Library and Information Science or similar field of study from an American Library Association accredited program.
Knowledge of current practices, procedures and technologies used in professional library work.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program, service, and facility operations, including the methods and techniques of evaluation and budgeting.
Knowledge of on-line data searching and other automated technologies used to access information.
Knowledge of book and non-book materials, reference resources, cataloging and classification plans and bibliographic utilities.
Ability to convey technical and resource information; advise and instruct library patrons in the use of library services and materials.
Ability to remain current and be aware of potential future technologies applicable to library services.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to develop and maintain partnerships with community service agencies and organizations.
Ability to communicate clearly, accurately, and concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to prepare and present a variety of complex documents and reports, oral and written material to diverse groups.
Ability to read and interpret complex technical documents and instructions.
Ability to develop innovative approaches to diverse library issues.
Ability to direct, train, coordinate, and evaluate the activities of subordinate staff.
Ability to maintain accurate and orderly records.
Ability to work effectively as part of a group.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and other City employees.
Ability to observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
Ability to learn policies and regulations related to assigned program.
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record or the ability to supply alternative transportation as approved by the hiring authority.

Nice To Haves

Experience working closely with the public in a fast-paced full-service library environment.
Basic personal computer hardware and peripherals.
Third party vendor online resources, web site development and associated computer applications, database maintenance and support of an integrated library system.
Online social networking applications.
Contemporary computer languages and application programming interfaces.
Ability to speak other languages that represent the demographics of the community.

Responsibilities

Provides information, reference and reader's advisory services.
Interprets and implements library policies, procedures, and resources.
Assists patrons in locating, selecting, and using materials, and in answering a wide variety of questions.
Participates in collection development activities, including selection, evaluation, merchandising and de-selection that meet the needs of the community.
Participates in professional meetings, organizations, committees, and workshops as resources permit.
Participates in assigned library projects.
Schedules, trains, recruits, and evaluates regular and casual employees and volunteers for assigned program areas; provides day-to-day direction within the assigned program.
Monitors and approves timecards.
Assists with the development and execution of standard operating procedures, workflows, and a sustainable approach to managing resources for service delivery.
Seeks, writes, and administers grant programs and other special projects.
Catalogs books and non-book materials.
Maintains library materials and information on various databases.
Writes reports and correspondence; prepares, maintains and presents statistical reports and analysis of programs and services.
Acts as manager in absence of library managers.
If assigned to Adult or Children's/Teen Services: Plans and conducts programs on topics that include but are not limited to: computer applications, literature, book discussions, science, business and other topics of interest to the community.
Organizes and carries out programs such as: storytelling, puppets, preschool storytimes, book discussions, and school visits, recommendations of reading materials for children, teens, and parents.
Speaks before community organizations and leads tours of the library.
Plans and implements promotional activities for library events and services.
Conducts database searches; adapts new technologies for improved library services.
May maintain and develop the library's intranet and internet services, including the library website, mobile site, social networks, library catalog and other online resources.
If assigned to Cataloging: Catalogs books and non-book materials using Machine Readable Cataloging (MARC) formatting in accordance with Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR), latest edition.
Maintains a current library catalog.
If assigned to Technology Services: Support technology for use in public services, including troubleshooting and maintaining hardware and software for use in events, programs and for circulation to the public.
Communicates and coordinates with Information Technology Department staff and library vendors to facilitate service requests and understand and utilize technology product features.
Maintain and support electronic systems including the Integrated Library System, website, catalog and online databases.
Identifies ways to utilized technology to improve services, makes recommendations, assists with the planning, implementation, deployment and adoption of new technologies to support improvements.
Provide training and promotion of new technologies to staff and the public.