Systems Librarian

Position Summary

Qualifications

Required Qualifications (Minimum qualifications for this role)

Education

• Master’s degree

Degree Discipline: Library Science

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of professional library experience.
• The experience must have provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; a knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities which are essential for providing effective library and information services.

Certifications or Licenses

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with integrated library system software, especially Koha, preferred.
• Experience working with a web content management system is preferred.

Other Qualifications

Essential Duties

Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples.

The Systems Librarian performs work that regularly requires an in-depth, practical understanding of library activities and procedures.

• assigning immediate tasks to group members and planning the day’s work
• obtaining and passing on instructions from the supervisors
• answering questions on procedures and instructions
• setting the pace of work
• checking work in progress
• accepting or rejecting completed work
• assuring good safety practices are followed

• Part of the reference team that is responsible for providing reference services to the public.
• Provides reference services for patrons including finding library materials based on patron requests, looking up basic information such as location directions, government and non-profit information and services, and any other search requested by a patron.
• Helps patrons use computers, printers, fax machines, and other library equipment.
• Reserves study rooms and other library spaces for library patrons.
• May provide in-depth reference services that require in-depth research or follow-up.
• Provides readers advisory services.
• Provides guidance and assistance to Library Assistants and volunteers.
• May provide circulation and account services including checking materials in and out, creating library accounts and issuing library cards, updating patron account information, placing and distributing library materials held for patrons.
• Run regular maintenance reports related to patron accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Resolves patron problems by researching disputed late fees, charges for lost or damaged materials, or errors in registration.
• Prepares paper and virtual brochures, flyers, bookmarks, handouts, posters for distribution to patrons.
• Provides customer service at outreach destinations and cover shifts at other library locations.

• Supports the management and maintenance of the library’s website using a Content Management System.
• Monitors and updates the webpage to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and user-friendliness.
• Supports work around digital literacy and is engaged in supporting access to digital materials in collaboration with County Information Systems.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships and open communications with the community to further the library’s strategic directions and goals in conjunction with the Library Director and other library staff.

• Coordinates all aspects of Electronic Resource Management including database subscriptions, integrated library services, and digital materials subscriptions.
• Collection development of eResources in conjunction with the Library Director and other librarians.
• Regularly analyzes usage statistics for library services, programs, collections, and electronic resources to inform decision-making and improvements.
• Maintains statistics and provides relevant reports.
• Provides proactive technology solutions for the library including enhancing access, modifying resources, and improving user experience.

• Maintains the software that includes all library collection and user records.
• Runs routine maintenance reports utilizing various tools to manage the collection and ensure data integrity.
• Develops regular reports to maintain the collection in collaboration with other librarians.
• Coordinates with ILS vendor to further library interests and support end user experience.
• Represents the library in supporting the library’s consortium partners.

Supplemental Information

• Acts in a lead capacity (does not formally supervise) to direct workflow or to mentor employees in the assigned department.

• Works under general supervision with recurring tasks performed independently. The supervisor provides professional advice on non-routine matters, and periodic reviews are conducted to ensure adherence to expected results.

• The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as tables, equipment, and medium-sized parts. The work may require specific but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above-average agility and dexterity.
• Everyday Risks/Discomforts: require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, libraries, and commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.