Library - Librarian I - Lakeshore Branch, Moreno Valley

About the Role

The Librarian 1 is an entry-level position within the Librarian job family and will support the Lakeshore Branch in Moreno Valley. The Librarian 1 works alongside members of the Library Management Team and other key stakeholders to support library programs, services, policies, procedures, and workflows. With oversight from a senior Librarian, Branch Manager, or Director, the Librarian 1 works both independently and collaboratively with other staff to carry out projects, programs, and services that meet the needs of the Lakeshore Branch and the Moreno Valley community. The Librarian 1 provides direct service to patrons, supports collection management and programming, assists with library resources and technology, and may provide guidance or supervision to Library Associates.

Employment Type: Full-Time, non-exempt (hourly)
Hourly Rate: $27.00
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Location: Lakeshore Branch – Moreno Valley, CA
Work Arrangement: This is a fully on-site position. There is no opportunity for remote or hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute a variety of library programs, services, and initiatives that support the Lakeshore Branch and the community it serves.
• Provide high-quality customer service and assist patrons with reference questions, library resources, technology, and computer use.
• Support the development and delivery of programs and services that respond to the interests and needs of the Moreno Valley community.
• Evaluate basic statistical data and prepare reports and surveys for the library, LS&S management, local government partners, and other stakeholders.
• Process, create, and edit bibliographic and item records for the library catalog.
• Maintain and update library social media and webpage content and may support social media needs of other branches.
• Provide readers' advisory services and assist patrons in identifying appropriate library materials and resources.
• Support and participate in the collection management process.
• Serve on committees and may occasionally serve as a committee chairperson.
• May be responsible for opening and closing the library, handling and counting money, and completing daily cash reports.
• May provide guidance or supervision to Library Associates, including supporting performance management, evaluations, interviewing and hiring, training, scheduling, and approving timesheets.
• Work collaboratively with branch staff and library leadership to support effective day-to-day operations and a welcoming library environment.
• Understand and administer the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library, while supporting client discretion regarding materials available at the library.
• Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and the custodianship of patron records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• MLS or MLIS degree required.
• One year of librarian experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of online library databases, resources, and services.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends, based on branch operational needs.
• Regular and reliable attendance is a requirement of this position.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• This position requires regular, on-site presence at the Lakeshore Branch and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.
• Ability to move throughout the library as needed to provide patron services, support programs, and perform assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the library as needed.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds and occasionally up to thirty-five (35) pounds, including books, files, supplies, stacks of paper, and other library materials.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and maintain focus while working on a computer, reviewing documents, or completing detailed work.
• Work is primarily performed in a public library environment with regular interaction with patrons, staff, community partners, and visitors.
• Regular use of computers, office equipment, library systems, and other library-related technology is required.
• May be required to work evenings and/or weekends based on branch operational needs.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources