Librarian

County: Pinellas

Region: Central Florida

Address: 223 Douglas Ave.City: DunedinZipcode: 34698

ALA accredited Masters required: Yes

General Statement of Job

Hiring Salary: $22.10 – $26.52 per hour (DOQ)

Additional Compensation Benefits:

Flexible work schedules 3 medical insurance plans through Cigna Vision Care Annual & Sick Leave @ 5 % of scheduled annual hours Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with generous 8% City contribution Life Insurance and Long Term Disability 11 paid holidays Parental Leave

Under general supervision, provides professional reference services to Library patrons and the general public using a variety of sources and technologies.  Provides reader’s advisory services and assists patrons in the use of Library resources and equipment.  Plans, creates and schedules programs for patrons of all ages. Performs related professional work as directed. Reports to the Assistant Library Director.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbents(s) of any particular position.

Provides effective and efficient reference services in accordance with Library goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

Receives, researches and responds to patrons’ reference questions using a variety of sources, including books, directories, maps, statistics, CDs, on-line databases, the Internet, etc.

Assists patrons in locating materials and in using various resources and equipment of the Library; interprets Library policies and procedures to the public.

Provides readers’ advisory services to patrons.

Participates in collection development and acquisition activities.

Processes intra-library and may process inter-library loans.

Understanding of cataloging rules and procedures which may require cataloging materials.

Schedules and supervises the use of computer and study rooms. May proctor student exams.

Performs general library duties, including but not limited to shelving materials, weeding materials, recommending materials for removal or replacement, reserving materials at patrons’ request, etc.

Receives and responds to patron/public inquiries, suggestions, requests and complaints.

Participates on various Library committees as appropriate; assists with special programs and projects as assigned.

Maintains department records and statistics with accuracy; prepares various reports as required.

May require working directly with materials budget preparation and materials budget management.

Maintains knowledge of current theories and trends in public library operations and technology.

Assists with Library webpage.

Assist patrons with routine computer functions and mobile devices.

Creates exhibits and displays for Library.

Assists with Branch Library through Reference Services & Collection Development.

Receives and maintains periodicals and newspaper collection.

Assists patrons with e-government resources.

Oversees and sorts donated materials.

Assists patrons with wireless, mobile printing and fax/scanner.

Education/Qualifications:

Requires a Master's degree in library science with two years of experience in library reference operations.

Experience with Adult programming is preferred.

Experience with website maintenance and online marketing tools is preferred.

An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Must possess a valid driver’s license or have the ability to travel to local city and county library meetings along with conferences, trainings and scheduled shifts at the Branch Library located in the Dunedin Community Center.

Schedule will include some weekend and evening hours.

Position will require becoming a passport agent.

Contact Person: Kari Calicchio

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 727-298-3080

How to Apply / Instructions:

Click on the link below for a complete job description and instructions on how to apply:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dunedin/jobs/4682658/librarian?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs