Reference Librarian (PT)

City of ProvoProvo, UT
8d$19 - $25

About The Position

Provo City is looking for a part-time Librarian to perform entry-level professional library service providing programs, activities, and general services for library patrons. Qualified, Civic-minded individuals are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree, OR 2 years of professional librarian experience, OR an equivalent combination of job-related education and/or professional library experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities [substituting each 1 year of post-secondary education/training for 6 months of full-time experience].
  • Requires extensive verbal and auditory skills for communicating with a broad variety of patrons.
  • A valid, lawful Driver License.

Nice To Haves

  • Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist patrons in selecting, locating, and using materials and equipment, including automated catalog and circulation systems and printed and online indexes and reference titles.
  • Assist patrons with basic computer and technology use.
  • Answer specific informational requests.
  • Conduct reference and Reader’s Advisory interviews in person or on the phone.
  • Create bibliographies and booklists to assist patrons with research/reference materials and to offer suggestions for various reading interests.
  • Resolve problems or refer to proper authority for resolution.
  • Assist in collection development through the review, selection, acquisition, and cataloging of materials that meet the library’s mission and goals.
  • Assist in planning and executing library programs, activities, and services.
  • Assist in developing and creating various promotional ideas and materials to enhance programs, activities, and services.
  • Read professional journals.
  • Perform research.
  • Maintain regular contact with other employees, the general public, local schools, and other public libraries.
  • Attend conferences, seminars, and other training sessions
  • Provide general patron assistance.
  • Conduct library tours.
  • Troubleshoot general office machinery and automated peripheral equipment problems
  • Attend staff meetings.
  • Perform other related duties as required

Benefits

  • free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park
  • a free Provo City Library Card
  • a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only)
  • discounts from various local and national vendors
  • eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA)
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