Librarian I

JOB
Under supervision, to perform professional library work.This Librarian I position is an alternately staffed position and may be filled at the Librarian I or Librarian II level. Candidates must submit a separate application for each level that they are interested in.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Provides services to patrons such as evaluating needs, assisting in locating books and materials, and responding to inquiries; Offers reader advisory services; Informs patrons about library facilities, policies and procedures; Participates in identifying the needs of the library community; Participates in evaluating current collection and selecting and discarding library materials, as well as ordering materials within prescribed budget; Develops subject expertise; Learns sources of information and locates specific information; Answers reference questions; refers questions requiring advanced knowledge to a Librarian II or Supervising Librarian; Develops specialized library programs for specific patron groups; Speaks to school and community groups regarding library programs and resources; May conduct book talks and story times and perform puppet shows; Designs displays and exhibits; Participates in organizing the physical interior of the library; Compiles bibliographies, book lists and other resource lists; Prepares reports or creates content for library blogs or website; Provides outreach services to communities; Familiarizes and trains library patrons in the use of digital materials; promotes reading and use of digital resources for all ages; Assists and trains users to operate public equipment, connect to the internet, use library software applications, and access library services from remote locations; Uses information discovery tools, including the library's catalog, core library databases, and internet search engines; Performs basic troubleshooting of technical problems and resolves or refers technical issues to appropriate personnel; Accesses and uses basic assistive technologies, where appropriate, to ensure that all users have equitable access to technology; Participates in District-wide committees, work teams, and projects; Keeps abreast of professional trends and developments, including technology; Organizes and maintains special collections; May participate in supervising and training volunteers; Participates in professional organizations and attends workshops and meetings; Compiles selection aid book lists for use in community libraries; Interprets cataloging and classification rules and practices for staff; Conducts original cataloging as needed; May supervise work flow of the technical services unit; May assist in providing information to information systems staff and/or vendors to achieve compatibility with Santa Clara County Library computer systems; Consults with publishers' representatives concerning acquisition problems and programs; Participates in needs assessments and in establishing or modifying procedures for acquisitions, cataloging and/or processing; May have in-charge responsibility for the library and for resolving routine operating problems, in the absence of a Librarian II or Supervising Librarian; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs other related duties as required.