Salary: $52,721.00 – $82,377.00 Annually
Location: Various Throughout Dakota County, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: County Library
Job Number: 41210.18.001
Closing: 2/12/2018 4:30 PM Central
General Description
POSTING TYPE: Open
DEPARTMENT: Library
HOURS: Full-time
HIRING RANGE: $52,721 – 59,311/year (grade 107)
SALARY RANGE: (Click here to view full salary range of the position)
LOCATION: Wescott Library, Eagan
UNION: AFSCME 693
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on Monday, February 12, 2018
Come join us at Dakota County and “Be more”! The work County government does is unique. You will not be just another employee; you’ll be a valued employee making a difference in the lives of Dakota County residents every single day. We employ nearly 1800 skilled individuals whose talents and contributions makes Dakota County a premier place to live and work. Will you be the next person to join us at Dakota County?
Applications received for this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Librarian vacancies at all Dakota County locations for up to one year.
The Wescott Library is currently seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Adult Services/Technology Librarian with strong customer service and creative problem-solving skills to work with all ages in the library’s iLAB makerspace, to develop technology and creative programming for adults, to reach out and build relationships with adults and organizations in the community, and to keep current with cultural changes and technologies. The Librarian will coordinate and recommend equipment, programs and services in Wescott’s iLAB makerspace.
Dakota County Librarians provide information services, reader’s advisory, and research services to assist library customers in finding information. Assist the public in the use of digital resources and provide technology instruction. Under general library policies and service frameworks, develop and work to promote library services and print/digital resources through the development and delivery of programs, general and technology instruction, community outreach to target audiences, and public relations. Work may be provided at the branch, or system level. May be responsible for selecting library materials in compliance with collection guidelines and budget constraints, user interests, and branch holdings. May be responsible for cataloging and/or management and maintenance of library collections in various areas.
Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE BEYOND MINIMUM:
• 1-2 years of public library experience
• Experience working in a makerspace or with maker technologies and activities
• Experience collaborating with colleagues in developing a broad range of adult and technology programming
• Experience conducting community outreach and building relationships with adult-focused organizations
• Experience working with diverse populations and customers with limited English proficiency
• Bilingual skills
Duties & Responsibilities
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position’s management approved work schedule is required for all positions.
1. Information Services:
• Match customer’s needs with information and resources in the library, in a digital setting or in the community.
• Train customers in the use of digital or maker technologies.
• Promote library materials and services through written or digital formats.
2. Building Relationships:
• Build relationships and network with internal and external partners to fulfill the library’s mission and services.
3. Programming:
• Coordinate, develop and deliver library programs to meet the needs of a diverse community and target audience.
4 Collection Management:
• Maintain and recommend library resources in all formats to ensure the materials meet the needs of the community.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties listed above are essential functions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment
• Knowledge of professional librarian reference and research methods and materials.
• Ability to analyze the collection needs of the community and target populations using software and statistics.
• Ability to develop comprehensive programming strategies based on community needs.
• Ability to effectively work with the general public using strong verbal and written customer service skills in public interactions.
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and teams.
• Knowledge of community resources and needs and the ability to collaborate, partner and negotiate with community leaders and organizations.
• Knowledge of subject, format, and related options to be considered in developing the collection for a public library with a popular materials focus.
• Ability to identify and promote support for library programs, materials and services among members of diverse community groups.
• Knowledge of and skill in using digital resources and library technologies of all types.
• Ability to manage projects including needs assessment, goal setting, strategic development, implementation, resource management and outcome evaluation.
• Ability to relate societal trends to library services, collections, and programs.
• Knowledge of library literature and professional library organizations and networks.
Work Environment:
The work is sedentary and requires no special physical demands. The work involves minimal risks and observance of safety precautions typical of office settings. The work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate controlled office. May require occasional travel.
Selection Process:
The examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a rating of your training and experience from the application materials submitted. The top scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration.
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