Reference Librarian (PT)

City of Provo • Provo, 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level