children's librarian

Plainview Public Library

<p>The primary responsibility of this position is the coordination and implementation of the Library&rsquo;s services for children, infant through 6th grade. The Children&rsquo;s Librarian will have full supervision of the Children&rsquo;s Area and maintain a quiet, safe, productive, and attractive environment. This position involves working directly with children and their parents or caregivers. It is important, therefore, that the person with this title genuinely likes children, is comfortable with them, and enjoys serving them. It is imperative that the person in this position likes and knows children&rsquo;s literature. Hours are negotiable and pay will be based on qualifications and experience. Job application can be found at https://www.cityofplainviewne.com/media/attachments/2020/10/19/employment-application.pdf or stop in the library for a copy.</p><p>Job Type: Part-time</p><p>Pay: From $15.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Children's Librarian

Salt Lake County

<div>Job Description:
<div><b>
JOB SUMMARY</b></div><div><br>
Provides reference and reader's advisory services to library customers. Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion. Tracks materials budget. Plans, coordinates, and provides library programs and outreach services. Assists customers in the use of personal computers and electronic resources.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</b></div><div><br>
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, or in Library and Information Science. Other accredited Master&rsquo;s degrees will be accepted when combined with one (1) year of professional Librarian experience in a public library or school library/media center.</div><div><br>
Preference will be given to candidates with MLS/MLIS degrees.</div><div></div><div><br>
Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Provides reference and reader's advisory services and information about library policies, materials, services, and community resources in person, on the phone, or through electronic communications.</li><li>
Provides staff with information on appropriate ways to deal with customers in the library, including children and/or young adults.</li><li>
Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion in the assigned area. Monitors the allocation of the library materials budget.</li><li>
Provides input on the branch collection development plan and strategic goals.</li><li>
Develops, maintains, and participates in outreach activities to promote the use of library materials and services.</li><li>
Creates, coordinates, and provides programs, activities, and resources for the library. Some may be targeted for outreach to children and young adults.</li><li>
Assists customers in the use of personal computers and electronic resources.</li><li>
Develops, monitors, and maintains the Library's web pages and verifies links on the Library&rsquo;s home page.</li><li>
Serves as librarian-in-charge, as assigned or on a rotation basis, handling emergency situations as well as customer complaints.</li><li>
Participates in training workshops, committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)</b></div><div><b><br>
Knowledge of:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Principles and practices of public librarianship</li><li>
Collection development principles and practices</li><li>
Reference/reader's advisory techniques and resources</li><li>
Programming and outreach methods</li><li>
Basic budgeting principles and recordkeeping</li><li>
Marketing and merchandising techniques</li><li>
Telephone etiquette</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Skills and Abilities to:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Operate personal computer, automated library system, and other standard library equipment</li><li>
Work with computer software related to job-specific duties</li><li>
Plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments</li><li>
Develop age-level appropriate programs</li><li>
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and co-workers</li><li>
Work independently and also in a team environment</li><li>
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing</li><li>
Problem solve and make sound decisions</li><li>
Work effectively with people from diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds</li><li>
Organize data and track expenditures</li><li>
Handle emergencies and appropriately resolve complaints and conflicts</li></ul>
Additional Information:
<p><b>
A career with a purpose in the community you love!</b></p><p>
Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.</p><p><b>
What it&rsquo;s like to work here:</b></p><p>
At Salt Lake County, our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees&rsquo; lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and room to grow and develop.</p><p><b>
Surround yourself with:</b></p><p>
Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Our community is more than a place; it's our heart and service that brings us together.</p><p><b>
We encourage work-life balance:</b></p><p>
Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with us includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day every year. Some positions have a hybrid work environment, giving you the flexibility to manage working from home and being in the office.</p><p><b>
Additional Benefits Include:</b></p><ul><li>
Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with 10% employee contribution</li><li>
Medical coverage, including a 100% County-paid premium option</li><li>
Dental and Vision coverage with coverage for adult designees</li><li>
Health Savings account with a County contribution of up to $1,200 per year, or a Flexible Spending Account</li><li>
100% County-paid Long-Term Disability and employee-paid Short-Term Disability options</li><li>
Professional Development and professional membership fees paid</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>
Plus: Onsite medical clinic and gym; hospital insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities</li></ul><div></div><p><b><br>
Check out our </b><b>benefits page</b> <b>for more information.</b></p></div>

CITY OF STROUD

<p><b>TITLE: </b>Assistant Librarian / Children&rsquo;s Librarian (Route 66 Centennial Project)</p><p><b>DEPARTMENT: </b>Library</p><p><b>REPORT TO:</b> Library Director</p><p><b>FLSA STATUS:</b> Non-Exempt</p><p><b>FUNDING SOURCE:</b> This seasonal, part-time position is funded in part by the Oklahoma Route 66 Revitalization Grant to support the Stroud Public Library&rsquo;s awarded &ldquo;Route 66 Family Adventure Hub&rdquo; project during the 2026 Route 66 Centennial celebration.</p><p><b>JOB OBJECTIVE:</b> Assist library patrons (especially families traveling Route 66) in locating and checking out materials, deliver engaging children&rsquo;s and family programming, and support the library&rsquo;s extended hours and Route 66-themed activities to enhance the visitor experience, preserve local history, and promote Oklahoma&rsquo;s Route 66 heritage.</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</b> include the following (other duties may be assigned):</p><ul><li>Plan, coordinate, and facilitate Route 66-themed family activities, including the Oklahoma Route 66 Wooden Craft (painting magnets), Route 66 Travel Journal creation, Neon Sign Scavenger Hunt, and related hands-on crafts.</li><li>Assist with the &ldquo;Behind the Glow&rdquo; educational neon sign video presentation and distribute custom Stroud Neon Signs glow sticks to participants.</li><li>Support oral history interviews with pre-turnpike era Stroud residents and current Route 66 travelers (recordings will be shared with the Oklahoma Historical Society and Oklahoma Route 66 Association).</li><li>Conduct or assist with monthly toddler story times, family storytelling sessions (including sessions led by local author Marilyn Hudson), and other programming in the basement, lobby, or parking lot.</li><li>Promote and facilitate enrollment in the Dolly Parton Imagination Library for qualifying families traveling Route 66.</li><li>Staff the circulation desk as needed, including checking materials in/out, collecting fines/fees, and handling cash transactions.</li><li>Teach library skills to school children and provide technical assistance on computers to patrons of all ages.</li><li>Mind the basement level when in use and set up/arrange meeting rooms (moving tables and chairs) for programs and events.</li><li>Work the library&rsquo;s extended 2026 hours to accommodate Route 66 travelers.</li></ul><p><b>WORK SCHEDULE (Seasonal &ndash; 2026 Centennial Period):</b> The library will operate on the following extended schedule during the grant-funded period:</p><ul><li><b>Monday &ndash; Friday:</b> 9:00 a.m. &ndash; 8:00 p.m.</li><li><b>Saturday:</b> 11:00 a.m. &ndash; 8:00 p.m.</li></ul><p>Applicants must be available for either morning or afternoon shifts (or both) and Saturdays. This is a seasonal/part-time position aligned with the grant-funded extended hours.</p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS:</b> To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.</p><ul><li>High School diploma or GED required; some college or library science coursework preferred.</li><li>Minimum 1 year of library or customer-service experience, with demonstrated ability to work well with children and families.</li><li>Friendly, helpful attitude and strong customer-service skills.</li><li>Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System, Microsoft Office, desktop computers, and basic computer troubleshooting.</li><li>Ability to read an analog clock, read cursive, and handle cash (making change without a cash register).</li><li>Enthusiasm for Route 66 history and Oklahoma heritage is highly desirable.</li><li>Must maintain confidentiality and use discretion with patron information.</li></ul><p><b>PHYSICAL DEMANDS &amp; WORK ENVIRONMENT:</b> (The physical demands and work environment remain the same as in your original draft, with the addition that the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds when setting up program spaces.)</p><p>Pay: $15.50 per hour</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Assistant Librarian/Children's Librarian

Sanborn Public Library

<p>Job Description: <b>Library Director</b></p><p>Employer: Board of Trustees, Sanborn Public Library</p><p>Qualifications: The Sanborn Public Library Board will hire those individuals who are deemed to be most capable of performing the duties for which they are employed, and who are known to be of good character.</p><p>Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the Library Director are as follows:</p><p>Regarding Relationship to Board of Trustees, the Library Community and the Public</p><p>&middot; Attend all regular and special meetings of the Board.</p><p>&middot; Attend meetings of Board committees as requested.</p><p>&middot; Attend regional and statewide meetings and workshops.</p><p>&middot; Make reports to the State and Regional libraries.</p><p>&middot; Provide written reports of library activities to the Board.</p><p>&middot; Communicate library activities, programs, etc. with library patrons and the public as needed.</p><p>&middot; Communicate needs for equipment, policy changes, new programs, or changes in procedures to the Board.</p><p>&middot; Assist with the development of meeting agendas.</p><p>Regarding Staff</p><p>&middot; Supervise all other library employees.</p><p>&middot; Recommend hiring.</p><p>&middot; Devise work schedules.</p><p>&middot; Approve leaves and vacation requests.</p><p>&middot; Conduct staff meetings as needed.</p><p>&middot; Conduct performance reviews.</p><p>&middot; Maintain personnel files.</p><p>Regarding Fiduciary Matters</p><p>&middot; Assist with the development of the library budget.</p><p>&middot; Monitor all expenses and stay within the budget.</p><p>&middot; Make recommendations to the Board about spending needs.</p><p>&middot; Help develop long-term capital plans.</p><p>&middot; Maintain all necessary financial records.</p><p>&middot; Track petty cash, fines, copier, laminating, DVD cleaner and fax revenue.</p><p>Regarding Library Operations (duties may be delegated)</p><p>&middot; Receive and open mail and freight.</p><p>&middot; Perform Interlibrary Loan activities and related record keeping and reporting.</p><p>&middot; Order materials according to the Board&rsquo;s Material Acquisition Policy.</p><p>&middot; Verify receipt of all materials.</p><p>&middot; Verify the correct pricing and billing of all materials.</p><p>&middot; Process all materials including bar coding.</p><p>&middot; Maintain the on-line catalog database.</p><p>&middot; Responsible to monitor regular computer catalog, patron, and circulation records through our database host.</p><p>&middot; Close the library in case of inclement weather and contact the appropriate radio stations so that public service announcements related to the closing can be made.</p><p>&middot; Supervise use of all public-access equipment.</p><p>Other</p><p>&middot; Perform all duties related to the Librarian position held. (Children&rsquo;s Librarian)</p><p>&middot; Continue education and professional development by attending appropriate workshops and schools.</p><p>Job Description: <b>Children&rsquo;s Librarian</b></p><p>Employer: Board of Trustees, Sanborn Public Library</p><p>Qualifications: The Sanborn Public Library Board will hire those individuals who are deemed to be most capable of performing the duties for which they are employed, and who are known to be of good character.</p><p><b>Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the Children&rsquo;s Librarian are as follows:</b></p><p>&middot; Assist persons with identifying materials for casual reading, identifying various resources for genealogical studies, and any other information requested, within reasonable limitations and according to Board policy.</p><p>&middot; Circulate materials (check out and check in books, magazines, etc.) and maintain records of the same, as well as maintain patron traffic records.</p><p>&middot; Utilize computer application software including the circulation/catalog system, Microsoft word, Bridges Digital Library Website, Facebook, maintain a library website, and other software.</p><p>&middot; Collect fines for overdue material, and reimbursements for lost items.</p><p><b>Under the direction of the library director:</b></p><p>&middot; Order and process materials including all necessary tracking and record keeping.</p><p>&middot; Maintain on-line catalog database.</p><p>&middot; Report statistical information.</p><p>&middot; Make Inter-Library Loan (ILL) requests and fill ILL requests, and perform necessary record keeping of the same.</p><p>&middot; Attend meetings and workshops.</p><p>&middot; Use all library equipment.</p><p>&middot; Assist the Adults&rsquo; Librarian with any type of programmed activities.</p><p>&middot; Plan, coordinate, and deliver Story Hour and any other programmed activities.</p><p>&middot; Supervise use of all public access equipment.</p><p>&middot; Assist with public communications.</p><p>&middot; Prepare bulletin boards and related children&rsquo;s library decoration (posters, etc.)</p><p>Pay: From $1.00 per year</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Library Director/ Children's Librarian

The New York Public Library

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h3><div><br>
<b>
Overview</b><br>
The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL&rsquo;s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island&mdash;many of which date to Andrew Carnegie&rsquo;s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century&mdash;are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.<br>
</div><div>The Library is seeking Children&rsquo;s Librarians to empower children from infant through pre-teen to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves.</div><div></div><div><br>
<b>
Key Responsibilities</b><br>
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Children&rsquo;s Librarian:</div><ul>
<li>Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources</li>
<li>Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote and facilitate innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community&rsquo;s children, parents and childcare providers, including storytimes and other early literacy programs, visual and performing arts programming, STEM programs, summer reading events, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community</li>
<li>Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Children's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant and meets the needs of the community</li>
<li>Works to engage children with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones</li>
<li>Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, daycare centers, and community groups that target children to promote the library&rsquo;s services (e.g., MyLibraryNYC, the Library&rsquo;s partnership with NYC schools), collections, specialized programs and resources to enhance the reading skills of children</li>
<li>Encourages digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to children</li>
<li>Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest</li>
<li>Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the children&rsquo;s space ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources</li>
<li>Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children&rsquo;s programs</li>
<li>Assists with circulation, fines &amp; fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures</li>
<li>May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager</li>
<li>Maintains a working knowledge of trends in children's literature, youth services and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships</li>
<li>Performs related duties as required</li></ul><br>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Education, Experience &amp; Skills</b></h3><div><b><br>
Required Education &amp; Experience</b></div><ul>
<li>ALA accredited Master&rsquo;s degree in Library and Information Studies</li>
<li>Public Librarian&rsquo;s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York</li>
<li>Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children in urban public libraries preferred</li>
</ul><div><b>Required Skills</b></div><ul>
<li>ALA accredited Master&rsquo;s degree in Library and Information Studies</li>
<li>Public Librarian&rsquo;s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York</li>
<li>Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage</li>
<li>Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Children and their parents/caregivers</li>
<li>Knowledge and appreciation of children&rsquo;s literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection</li>
<li>Experience developing, maintaining and marketing Children&rsquo;s collections</li>
<li>Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users</li>
<li>Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills</li>
<li>Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team</li>
<li>Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously</li>
<li>Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices</li>
<li>Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media and reference resources and databases</li>
</ul><div><b>Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
More...</b></h3><div><br>
<b>
Core Values</b><br>
<i>All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:</i>
</div><ul><li>Be <b>Helpful</b> to patrons and colleagues</li>
<li>Be <b>Resourceful</b> in solving problems</li>
<li>Be <b>Curious</b> in all aspects of your work</li>
<li>Be <b>Welcoming</b> and <b>Inclusive</b>
</li></ul><div><b>Work Environment</b></div><ul><li>
Public service library</li></ul><div><b>
Physical Duties</b></div><ul>
<li>Lifting up to 15 lbs.</li>
<li>Remaining stationary for periods of time</li>
<li>Daily use of a computer</li>
</ul><div><b>Physical Required?</b><br>
No<br>
<br>
<b>Union</b><br>
Local 1930<br>
<br>
<b>FLSA Status</b><br>
Non-Exempt<br>
<br>
<b>Schedule</b><br>
35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours<br>
<br>
<i>This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.</i><br>
<br>
<b><i>The New York Public Library</i></b><i> </i><b><i>Salary Statement</i></b><br>
</div><div>At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.</div><div></div><div><br>
Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
About The New York Public Library</b></h3><div>
The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations&mdash;including research and branch libraries&mdash;throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.</div></div>

Children's Librarian - Dongan Hills Library

Escambia County

<div><p><b>**CLOSE DATE: April 15, 2026**</b></p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
This is professional and supervisory library work in various phases of library activities and operations.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
An employee in this class may serve as a Children's Librarian, Reference Librarian, Audio-Visual Librarian, Circulation Librarian or Cataloger. An employee in this class is responsible for planning, coordinating, assigning, and reviewing the work of subordinate employees. Work is performed within the framework of established library policies and procedures, but the employee has considerable latitude for exercise of judgment and improvisation of methods. Work is evaluated upon completion by the Library.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</b></p>
<p>
Answers and researches questions asked by patrons on the telephone or in person</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Teaches patrons how to use the card catalog, indexes, microfilm readers, etc.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Conducts story hours for children</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Reviews and selects materials</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Writes short public announcements for newspapers, radio, and television stations</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Catalogs books</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Prepares bibliographies and specialized reading lists</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Plans, assigns, and reviews work of subordinate employees</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Trains and instructs subordinates in the proper procedures</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>
Maintains routine records; prepares reports</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS</b></p>
<p><b>
Minimum Qualification Requirements:</b></p><br>
<p>
</p><p><b>Training and Experience:
</b></p><p>Graduation from an American Library Association accredited college with a Master's degree in Library Science, Library Information Science, Information Science, and Science in Information. Your degree will be required as part of your application.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Licenses and Certifications:</b></p>
<p>
Possession of an appropriate driver's license for equipment operated and any license, training or certification required by law or regulation to complete assigned tasks</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION</b></p>
<p><b>
County-wide Employee Responsibilities:</b><br>
All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.<br>
<br>
All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Emergency Management Responsibilities:</b><br>
During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker. This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and is expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Physical Requirements:
</b></p><p>Reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, finger and hand dexterity, and repetitive motions. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time.</p><br>
<p></p>
<div><b>
Benefits/Compensation Package:</b><br>
<ul><li>Medical / Dental / Vision plans</li><li>Prescription coverage</li><li>Employee health clinic</li><li>Employee fitness centers</li><li>Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan</li><li>Deferred Compensation Plan</li><li>Flexible Spending Account(s)</li><li>Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Group Life Insurance</li></ul></div></div><p></p>

Librarian - Library Services Department

High Plains Library District

<div><div><b>Library Associate- Children's Services</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Pay Grade</b>: 45<br>
<b>Compensation/Benefits:</b> $21.82 - $29.52/hr; Part-time benefits<br>
<b>FLSA Classification</b>: Non-Exempt<br>
<b>Hours: </b>24 hrs/wk Part-time; Some days, evenings, and weekends<br>
<b>Location:</b> Erie Community Library, Erie, CO 80516</div><div><b>
Department:</b> Branch Services<br>
<b>Supervisor:</b> Patron Services Supervisor<br>
<b>Supervises:</b> None</div><div><b>
Deadline for Application:</b> April 22, 2026</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Role:</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Answers patron requests for information and assistance, assists patrons with self-check and library technology, and plans and conducts programs.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Major Duties and Responsibilities:</b></div><div></div><div><br>
35% - PATRON ASSISTANCE &ndash; Serves as the first point of contact for patrons in assistance with using library materials and information, guiding them in searching the catalog and stacks, accessing databases, and navigating the Internet; and passes the patron on to a Librarian for further assistance beyond the efforts required of a reference interview. (Essential)</div><div></div><div><br>
20% - CIRCULATION &ndash; Checks out and renews materials; Assists patrons with self-checkout and checking in materials; issues and updates library cards; and follows procedures and collects money for fines and over-dues; processes holds; checks in materials and sorts and routes the materials to their proper location in order to assist patrons with borrowing of materials. (Essential)</div><div></div><div><br>
15% - TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION &ndash; Serves as the first point of contact for patrons in assistance with using library technology; identifies opportunities for formal training in the library; advises patrons on availability of classroom and individual technology instruction; and passes the patron on to a Librarian for further assistance beyond the efforts required of a reference interview. (Essential)</div><div></div><div><br>
15% - IN BRANCH PROGRAMMING&ndash; Typically under the guidance of a Librarian, develops informative and entertaining programs by using project management and outcomes-based planning and evaluation tools; assists in delivering programs to audiences within the library; assists Community Relations and Marketing with recruiting attendees in order to provide benefit to patrons, to promote use of library resources and represent the library district to the community. (Essential)</div><div></div><div><br>
10% - COLLECTION MAINTENANCE &ndash; Informs Librarians about gaps in the collection in order to maintain an appealing, current, and useful collection. (Essential)</div><div></div><div><br>
5% - OTHER DUTIES &ndash; Assists with providing website content, shelves library materials by loading carts with returned materials in order to return materials to library shelves; creates booklists, displays, bulletin boards, electronic documents and other special tools; and assists Supervisor in order to ensure the smooth operation of the department. (Non-Essential)</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Minimum Requirements:</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Education:</div><div></div><div><br>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</div><div></div><div><br>
Experience:</div><div></div><div><br>
One year of similar or related experience</div><div>
Able to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently (preferred)</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Or any combination of education and experience which provides the success factors</i>.</div><div></div><div><br>
District Success Factors:</div><div></div><div><br>
Focuses on the customer</div><div>
Initiative</div><div>
Contributes to a positive work environment</div><div>
Strategic thinking</div><div>
Pursues personal development</div><div>
Continuous improvement</div><div>
Takes pride in the workplace</div><div>
Emotionally intelligent</div><div>
Tactful</div><div>
Knowledge of public library operations</div><div>
Creativity</div><div></div><div><br>
Job Success Factors:</div><div></div><div><br>
Knowledge of public library reference service</div><div>
Knowledge of print and online reference resources</div><div>
Skill in reference interviewing</div><div>
Skill in using and troubleshooting a variety of computers and mobile electronic devices</div><div>
Skill in Windows, MS Office Suite, and Publisher</div><div>
Skill in using Innovative Interfaces, Inc&rsquo;s Sierra or another comparable automated library system</div><div>
Skill in customer services including dealing with difficult patrons and volatile situations</div><div>
Able to operate various office equipment including copiers</div><div>
Able to plan and conduct age-appropriate programming</div><div>
Able to use good judgment</div><div>
Able to work in teams</div><div>
Able to work with confidential information</div><div>
Able to foster a nonjudgmental, supportive environment for a diverse population of users by using patience and effective communication to assure a positive learning experience</div><div></div><div><br>
Physical Success Factors:</div><div></div><div><br>
Able to push a fully loaded book-cart weighing up to 200 lbs.</div><div>
Able to lift 50 lbs.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits:</b></div><div>
Medical Insurance</div><div>
Dental Insurance</div><div>
Vision Insurance</div><div>
Life Insurance</div><div>
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&amp;D) Insurance</div><div>
Short-Term Disability</div><div>
Long-Term Disability</div><div>
457 Deferred Compensation Plan</div><div>
Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation, dependent care and medical expenses</div><div>
Tuition Reimbursement</div><div>
Paid Leave</div><div></div><div><b><br>
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.</b></div></div><p></p>

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