Description/Duties & Responsibilities
The Public Library division is currently recruiting for a Children’s Librarian, Teen Services Librarian, and Adult Services Librarian.
Under the general direction of the Senior Librarian, the Librarian is responsible for high-level reference and subject matter assistance to patrons of the library. This position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of a designated service area and leading library staff and volunteers. Library staff, including Librarians, may rotate program areas and/or library locations from time-to-time based on organizational need. This position requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provides general reference assistance, reader’s advisory, and user instruction to patrons; assists patrons with reference questions and selection of materials, periodicals and other print and non-print materials verbally and in writing; informs patrons of library procedures, practices, services, and materials; instructs patrons in use of print and on-line resources.
• Assists patrons at service desks; checks materials in and out; registers patrons and issues library cards; creates and maintains patron records; processes overdue library materials; receives and prepares receipts for money received; answers questions and provides information to patrons; assists patron access to public computers; observes patron confidentiality of library records.
• Participates in collection development; participates in selection of materials for assigned collections; analyzes, determines needs, selects, and deselects library collections in assigned specific subject area.
• Develops or assists in the development of programs for a variety of age groups that require verbal instructions, a presentation, or a demonstration.; plans, schedules, and conducts programming with established goals and outcomes; assists in developing marketing strategies and creating content to promote the library and library collections, including capturing photographs and statistical data.
• Creates, plans, researches, develops, and executes library displays.
• Provides technical support to employees and patrons in the operations of computer equipment; troubleshoots and resolves basic workstation hardware and software problems; provides user training; operates audiovisual equipment.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and innovations in the field of library science and information technology; reviews professional literature; attends and participates in meetings, conferences and workshops of professional peers and associations; participates in professional development activities.
• Serves as the Person in Charge (PIC) of the library staff and building in absence of the Library Administrator; resolves patron conflicts; guides and supports staff; rectifies maintenance issues; evaluates and provides feedback on staff performance.
• Evaluates community needs and patron requests to ensure the public reference services meet needs and interests; recommends changes and improvements to service delivery as needed; ensures service desk binders are current.
• Establishes positive working relationships with City employees, outside vendors, community members, and patrons; represents the library and City at various meetings and events.
• Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
• Master’s Degree in Library and/or Information Science from a graduate school accredited by the American Library Association
• Two years of progressively responsible professional public library experience
• Supervisory or lead experience is desirable
• Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary will be considered
• A valid Class C California driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out job-related functions
Knowledge and Abilities
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public librarianship and the ability to analyze and determine collection needs
• Strong knowledge of current trends in the field of library science
• Knowledge of current classification and cataloging systems and practices.
• Strong knowledge of automated library systems and Dewey Decimal Classification; ability to learn and use computer applications and online databases
• Strong leadership ability with the skills to guide, motivate, and support staff
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to provide program information to patrons in a professional, helpful manner
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with library staff, community members, and patrons
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally with library staff, community members, and patrons
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and programs simultaneously and be sensitive to deadlines and changing priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze problems, identify effective solutions, and implement changes
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to organizational changes, including rotating program areas and/or library locations at the discretion of the City Librarian
• Ability to lift, drag, and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 50 pounds
Additional Information
This position will remain open until filled. The first review of applications will be on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.
All offers of regular employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States, successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. All new employees are required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment. Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation will be accepted.
In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.
As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California
Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.
Compensation includes enrollment in California Public Employees’ Retirement System as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package. All appointments are made at step 1 of the salary range unless otherwise authorized by the City Manager.
The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer.