General Librarian

Description

Salary Information:
$2,750.56 - $3,737.76 Bi-Weekly 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
 

Under direction, performs professional library work, including reference and readers' advisory service; catalogs materials; assists in the use of collections, equipment, and electronic resources, including social networking tools, downloadable media, and supporting devices; evaluates and selects materials; provides reference assistance in person, by telephone, online, and by email; prepares and provides presentations, exhibits, displays, reading lists, bibliographies, statistics, and reports; plans and conducts ongoing special programs and projects; develops strategies to encourage use of library resources; monitors budgets; participates in professional meetings and community outreach, including school visits and community meetings; may supervise non-professional staff and act as lead; and performs other related duties as required.
 

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
 

Candidates must meet either Option A or B:
 
Option A: Master's Degree in Library Science, Information Science, or a related degree accredited by the American Library Association (proof required*).

OR

Option B: Enrollment in a Master’s degree in Library Science, Information Science, or a related degree program from an accredited American Library Association . Completion of twelve quarter units or nine semester units must be completed at the time of filing (proof required)*. Master’s degree must be awarded prior to passing probation.
   
*Proof of required documents, such as transcripts, degrees, and/or certificates must be uploaded to the application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degree must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to effectively utilize computers, Internet, databases, Windows, MS Office and library software. 
Ability to effectively relate to a multicultural, multi-ethnic population. 
Willingness to work at the Main Library or any of the neighborhood libraries on either a full-time or part-time basis.

Willingness to work weekends and evenings.

A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments. 

Positions assigned to Youth, Adult and/or Technical Services may be required to attend training to demonstrate an enthusiasm and interest working in these areas.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION:
Bilingual skills (speak, read, and/or write) in Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog are desired for some positions.