MultiServices Librarian

Under general supervision, interacts with a wide variety of external and internal customers to provide reference, reader’s advisory, and periodicals services by searching files, automated library systems, and reference shelves to locate requested items or materials. Maintains knowledge of youth and/or adult services and materials, ensures the calendar of programs, activities, and events is maintained, and assists customers with rental requests and room reservations. Prepares and conducts youth, adult, and multigenerational programs, ensures the physical maintenance and proper location of books, periodicals, and other library materials, and performs a variety of transactional duties in accordance with established policies, procedures, and practices. Acts as Person-in-Charge (PIC) on a routine basis.

Responsibilities

• Supervises assigned staff, including performance coaching, career counseling, development, and conflict resolution.
• Assists with collection maintenance and development activities such as reading reviews, ordering library materials, and weeding collections.
• Maintains compliance with District, branch, and department policies and procedures; explains policies to customers and staff.
• Helps plan, coordinate, and assign outreach and library programming.
• Conducts miscellaneous meetings and training sessions at sites throughout the District.
• Maintains a safe environment for customers and staff.
• Attends and participates in professional association meetings and seminars.
• Maintains knowledge of sources and availability of current information and research techniques.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).
• One (1) year customer service experience in a library or academic setting working with adults, children, and/or teens.
• Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Nevada driver’s license at the time of hire.
• Prior completion of Las Vegas-Clark County Library District’s (LVCCLD) Person-in-Charge (PIC) Training or completion within six (6) months of assuming the position.
• District-provided AED/CPR certification must be completed within six (6) months of assuming the position and must be maintained while in the role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Documented coursework or certification in area of assignment (e.g., Children’s, Teens, Adults).
• One (1) year public library experience working with adults, children, and/or teens.

Skills

• Integrated Library Systems (ILS) knowledge.
• Knowledge of public library principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of current literature, trends, and developments in library science, especially pertaining to area of assignment.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory principles and methods.
• Knowledge of instructional principles and program development.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.

Physical Requirements

Although work is performed in a library setting, a limited amount of walking or standing is often necessary. Tasks may involve frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, stooping, and some lifting and carrying of objects of moderate weight (20-50 pounds).

Pay

$72,911 to $97,707 per year. Pay typically begins at the minimum of the pay range, and employees are eligible for annual merit and COLA increases per District policy.

Schedule

Full-time (40 hours per week), FLSA exempt position. Schedule may include weekends and is subject to change based on the needs of the Library District.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• 14 paid holidays, plus 1 additional floating holiday per year.
• Paid vacation (18 days per year) and sick time (12 days per year).
• Tuition reimbursement.