Job Title: LIBRARIAN II – PUBLIC SERVICE
Closing Date/Time: Mon. 08/28/17 4:30 PM Central Time
Salary: $23.28 – $23.98 Hourly
Job Type: Part Time under 30 hours
Location: Rum River Library, Minnesota
The Anoka County Library has an immediate opening for a Librarian II (part-time) who will assist library patrons with their information and readers’ advisory needs, provide classes and workshops for the public and share library resources with the community. This librarian will be assigned to develop and provide services to the small business and non-profit community. This is a 24 hours per week, non-benefit eligible, job position. The initial assignment will be at the Rum River Library, Anoka.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY):
Delivers consistent quality customer experience; Plans, conducts and evaluates classes and trainings to the public, both on and off site; Provides information to patrons in-person, over the phone and via email; Performs simple to complex research activities; Assists patrons in identifying appropriate materials; locates materials through the use of resources at Anoka County Library, other library systems and other community resources; Instructs library patrons in using technology necessary to access library resources; Prepares and submits routine reports as necessary to supervisor; Participates in system-wide initiatives and programs; May perform some circulation duties as needed at the service desk; May work as the person in charge of the branch or department for a limited time.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or equivalent; prefer a Master’s Degree in Library Science; one to three years of related experience in a public library; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of: Principles of efficient and effective customer service; Current public library practices, tools, methods and procedures; Publishing trends and reader’s advisory principles; Computers, technology and electronic devices with ability to perform troubleshooting tasks to assist patrons; Business and non-profit knowledge preferred.
Ability to: Develop, present and evaluate classes and programs for all ages; Thrive working in an environment providing public service to people from all cultures and age groups; Demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and a sense of humor in working with customers, coworkers and community; Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner; Multi-task and prioritize; Demonstrate innovation and flexibility. Develop lines of communication with and promote library services to the business and non-profit community.
Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, both in the library and in the community; Using and assisting customers with technology; Providing research assistance and instruction, readers and media advisory service to all ages.
Criminal history check required for this position.
Anoka County complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act. If you need an accommodation because of a disability, or have further questions regarding the application process, please call Employee Relations at 763-324-4300.
GRADE LEVEL:
Salary Grade: 12
Hiring Range: $23.28 – $23.98 per hour.
Include responses to Supplemental Questions with the application no later than 4:30 p.m. on the closing date of the position. Resumes not accepted.
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