Librarian

Position Summary

Perform a wide variety of professional library work within an assigned area of library operations including acquiring, cataloging and circulating material for a specific function of the library; provide a wide variety of public services to library patrons including reference services, web services, circulation and research activities; maintain library collection including the cataloging of books, films, records and other materials; and participate in various special programs including children's programs, youth programs or library educational programs; may supervise, plan and coordinate the operations and activities of an assigned branch library or unit. May perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential Functions

• Perform a variety of professional tasks related to the circulation, acquisition or cataloging of library materials; assist in the processing and maintenance of library materials; provide assistance at public information desks within the library.
• Coordinate and review the work plan for assigned branch library or library unit services; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Perform circulation duties; check out materials; check in and prepare materials for return to the circulating collection; register new patrons.
• Provide a wide variety of public services to library patrons; assist in locating books and various other materials; instruct patrons in the use of computerized catalogs, Internet access and general library resources.
• Provide reference and reader advisory services utilizing a wide variety of reference tools including automated databases and other library technologies.
• Assist with the use and operation of various library hardware and software including computers, copiers, and communication technologies.
• Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of the library website, ILS, intranet, and LibGuides. May provide training to library staff in creation and use of LibGuides.
• Assist in the coordination of the library social media presence.
• Maintain and develop assigned library collection; remove outdated and unused materials; catalog and