Librarian

City of Waco•Waco, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Waco seeks a passionate individual dedicated to delivering exceptional library services to our community and eager to embrace new challenges. The ideal candidate is flexible, friendly, self-motivated, and committed to contributing to the library's continued success and growth. Under general supervision, performs professional-level librarian duties, utilizing current technology and traditional resources to meet the informational, instructional, educational, and recreational needs of the community; manages assigned library collections and programs for the Waco-McLennan County Library (WMCL).

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
2 years of library experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

An MLS from an ALA-accredited program

Responsibilities

Provides professional assistance to patrons, helping them identify, locate, access, and use information resources effectively.
Delivers reference, research, and readers’ advisory services.
Develops, coordinates, and promotes programs, training sessions, and outreach initiatives, including partnerships with schools, community groups, and special events.
Manages library collections across print, media, and digital formats by evaluating, selecting, and weeding materials to ensure accuracy, relevance, and community alignment.
Creates instructional and promotional materials, including bibliographies, research guides, and displays.
Collects and analyzes data to support reports on library operations and activities.
Assists in training and supporting staff and volunteers.
Maintains a safe and welcoming environment and ensures patrons comply with library policies.
Oversees branch operations in the absence of the Branch Manager and provide cross-departmental support as needed.
Ensure accuracy and accessibility of catalog and database records and provide basic circulation services when required.
May occasionally travel to various City facilities as needed to attend meetings, coordinate with teams, and support ongoing initiatives.
Develops, coordinates, and delivers children’s programming, including story times and educational and recreational activities; addresses the educational, informational, and recreational needs of children; manages youth services programs; and recommends plans, programs, policies, and service improvements for the WMCL Children’s Department.