Offer: Staff Librarian / Adult Services:City Of Cambridge
Job description:
Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply. Department: Libraries listing title: Staff Librarian / Adult Services Job Code: L408-712 Civil Service Position: Non Civil Service position Union Affiliation: CPLSA, Local 4928 Hours Per Week: 30 hours per week assigned in the best interests of the Library. (see additional information below)
ESSENTIAL tasks AND Job responsibilities: Under minimal supervision, provides outstanding customer service to diverse patrons of all ages and performs circulation,technical,programming, reader's advisory and clerical tasks in all areas ofunit. » Delivers exceptional and engaging service to the public. » Provides professional readers' advisory, library instruction and orientation, and reference services to the public in person, on the telephone, and by electronic means (e.g., conducts reference interviews; analyzes needs; identifies information sources; assists patrons in using library resources, services, and technology). » Creates book lists and other resource guides for the public. » Offers instruction and assistance to patrons in using a wide variety of technologies (e.g., computers, laptops, e-readers, tablets, scanners, emerging STEAM technologies, Wi-Fi hotspots), including troubleshooting and maintenance. » Assists in implementing the library collection development policy in conformity with allocated departmental budgets. Selects, evaluates, maintains, and weeds materials within designated collection areas. » Actively develops displays and merchandizes the collections, anticipates special events and anniversaries as well as responding quickly to breaking news events. » Plans, conducts, and evaluates library programming, both independently and collaboratively. Uses developmental principles to best serve target audiences. » Operates audiovisual and STEAM equipment in the presentation of library programs. » Promotes library services. » Presents library instruction and orientation tours for student and community groups. » Conducts regular outreach to outside groups and maintains good public relations with outside groups and agencies. » Communicates and applies library policies and procedures; addresses and resolves patron issues. » May contribute to and participate in the development of the library's online presence. » Performs circulation and patron account management tasks (e.g., checkouts, check-ins, account inquiries, reserves, renewals, fine assessment and collection, patron registration). » Maintains orderliness and neatness in the library. May process deliveries, shelve materials, and read shelves. » May supervise the unit in the absence of senior staff. » May provide mentoring and training to other staff as assigned. » Champions, participates in developing, and implements system and department initiatives and plans to address present and future community needs. » Ensures that STEAM and other important library initiatives are represented in programs, services, and collections. » Fosters a culture that embraces change, innovation, and continuous improvement. » Performs administrative and organizational responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to compiling statistics, completing special projects, and generating reports. » Keeps informed of professional developments and attends professional meetings and trainings. » Attends meetings and trainings. Participates in and may lead workgroups for planning and implementing programs, projects, and initiatives. » Any other tasks as required for the good of the Library. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to execute essential functions.
MINIMUM Requirements: » A master's degree from an ALA-accredited MLS program is required. » Two years of post-MLS practice in direct patron service is preferred. » Public library practice in adult services or reference services is preferred. » ILS practice is preferred. » Fluency in a language in addition to English is preferred. » In exceptional instances, specialized education, training and/or practice may be substituted for part or all of the required elements. KNOWLEDGE, expertise & ABILITIES: » Knowledge and knowledge of the Library's mission, values, and strategic priorities. » Commitment to doing all work through a lens of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. » Strong customer service expertise and commitment to public service. » capability to work with a diverse population in an urban setting. » Knowledge of professional librarianship and public library resources, services, and techniques. » Broad knowledge and appreciation of literature and media; knowledge of reader's advisory principles and practices. » Broad knowledge of and capability to use digital and electronic materials and resources, including but not limited to research databases, digital content platforms and social media. » Knowledge of developmental principles, materials and current issues related to serving target audiences; demonstrated capability to apply developmental principles to programs and services. » Knowledge of current technology and technological trends; demonstrated capability to instruct and assist others in their use. » Demonstrated capability to operate and instruct others in the use of library computers, equipment, software, and systems. » Knowledge of programming principles and practices. » Knowledge of community outreach principles and practices. » Effective communication expertise. » Excellent organizational expertise and project management knowledge and capability. » Strong interpersonal expertise and positive attitude. » Strong teamwork expertise, including flexibility to fill in during scheduling emergencies and vacation periods. » Sound judgment and problem-solving expertise, including capability to work independently and to handle unexpected situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including office equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, AV equipment; capability to sit and use computer workstation, including keyboard and visual display terminal, for extended periods of time; capability to stand for extended periods of time; Strength to push or pull a loaded book cart which can weigh in excess of 100 pounds on level floor and up ramp, to lift or maneuver onto cart loads of up to 50 pounds, and to carry cartons of books or computers and computer equipment; Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work; Requires the capability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data or things; Time management capability to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines; Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits the employee to read books and patron requests, as well as to see what patrons are doing when they are at some distance from the workstation; Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to type and enter data; Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to re-shelve library materials and work at public service desks. WORK ENVIRONMENT : Works in assigned area, including office areas, training rooms, library locations, as needed. Normal office exposure to noise, stress, and interruptions. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs designed to keep abreast of changes in profession. HOURS OF WORK: 30 hours per week assigned in the best interests of the Library. The schedule includes evening and weekend hours and participation in a system-wide Saturday rotation. Scheduled hours are: Monday 8:30-5; Tuesday 8:30-5; Wednesday 12:30-9; Friday 8:30-5; Saturday rotation #3, off Friday when working Saturday
RATE: $31.64 to $36.12 per hour in five steps
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Internal candidates submit a job bidding form and 2 copies of both your resume and letter of interest; external candidates submit both your resume and letter of interest by 5pm on the closing date via email to: employment@cambridgema.gov or to the Personnel Dept, Room 309, City Hall, 795 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139. Fax 617-349-4312.
THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, MEMBERS OF THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY, AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. THE CITY IS COMMITTED TO ADVANCING A WORKFORCE CULTURE OF ANTIRACISM, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION. CITY OF CAMBRIDGE RESIDENTS ESPECIALLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
