Librarian

City of Burbank•Burbank, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Burbank Public Library is looking for a dynamic children’s librarian to join our Youth Services team. Youth Services staff conduct over 60 programs a year, purchase and weed the youth services collection, conduct outreach, class visits and more. As part of the recruitment process, candidates may be asked to present a 5-10 minute story time for children ages 3-5, using books, songs, or fingerplays and incorporating props. A Bluetooth speaker will be available. The role involves providing professional library service and performing related work as required.

Requirements

Knowledge of current trends and practices in public library services to youth and adults.
Knowledge of general and specialized reference and bibliographic sources for youth and adults.
Knowledge of library automation systems.
Knowledge of online research.
Knowledge of readers’ advisory theory and methodology.
Knowledge of principles and methods of collection development.
Knowledge of basic governmental budgeting.
Knowledge of record keeping.
Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision.
Proficiency in proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Skill in utilizing Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment as a team member.
Ability to supervise and train others.
Ability to interact and communicate considerately with a diverse population.
Ability to tactfully and effectively handle highly emotional and volatile customer relations situations.
Ability to enforce library rules and call emergency services as required.
Ability to address and mediate patron complaints and issues.
Ability to follow instructions and directions.
Ability to create and conduct informational and educational programs, projects, and presentations.
Ability to post on social media and update City website.
Ability to show initiative in problem solving.
Ability to work independently under direction.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and after hours.
Ability to manipulate library materials from shelves at floor level to a height of eight (8) feet.
Ability to maintain a safe working environment.
Ability to travel to other locations for meetings and training sessions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual.

Responsibilities

Selects print, audio-visual, digital, and other non-print materials for youth and adults.
Plans, coordinates, and presents appropriate library programs.
Creates displays, bulletin boards, and exhibits for the public.
Provides in-depth reference service and readers’ advisory to library users.
Interacts congenially with the public in person, online, and over the telephone.
Instructs public in use of online catalog and other library technology and resources.
Conducts library and bibliographic instruction.
Performs electronic database and Internet searching.
Oversees and may train volunteers.
May supervise a library branch or section in the absence of a Supervising Librarian or Senior Librarian.
Tracks library programming budgets.
Maintains library catalogs, statistics, accounts, and other reports and records.
Prepares and conducts children’s story times, classroom visits, community outreach visits, and presentations for City departments, staff, community groups, and the public.
Chairs and coordinates committees and meetings as needed.
Monitors and posts on social media and the website.
Participates in continuing education and technical training to enhance skills and keep current in the profession.
Locates and retrieves materials from shelves at various height levels.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates employees.
Drives on City business.