LIBRARIAN I/II

About the role

The Librarian I/II position at the Murrieta Public Library Division - Youth Services is responsible for developing, facilitating, and providing a full range of library services, programs, and outreach primarily for youth aged 0-12 in the community.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates services and programs in a designated area such as Young Readers or Adult Services
• Advises and assists library customers; demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources
• Provides reference and readers advisory services to patrons
• Demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources
• Performs special reading and research to remain abreast of current literature and professional trends
• Performs bibliographic searches using both print and non-print sources
• Performs outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; informs community members and organizations about library services, programs, and collections
• Organizes, maintains, and catalogs/indexes a variety of print and digital materials, including government documents, maps, and pamphlets
• Performs original cataloging of print and non-print materials; maintains and updates catalog files
• Reviews new publications and collection materials and selects materials and resources for acquisition or disposition as appropriate
• Assists in developing and implementing a variety of library related activities including story hours, library tours, and instructional classes
• Participates in collection development activities including materials selection and weeding, including sorting donated materials
• Oversees periodical selection and management
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members
• Participates in meetings, committees, or projects intended to enhance services or promote consistent policies and procedures across the department
• Participates in professional meetings, workshops, and conferences and continuing education programs as appropriate
• Maintains and trouble-shoots electronic and on-line resources
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics
• May plan and direct the work of volunteers
• Identifies and anticipates changing community needs and changes in technology or library best practices and develops plans, services, and programs to address these changes
• Observes and complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols

Requirements

Ability to travel to meetings, trainings, site visits, and special events throughout the City may be required. Employee must have access to reliable transportation as needed.

Tier 1 – Basic Pre-Employment Requirements: Final candidates must successfully complete a basic pre-employment screening process, which includes a Department of Justice Live Scan (DOJ/LS) background check and a non-safety pre-employment physical examination to ensure the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.