Part-time Librarian

Librarian Position The Librarian is responsible for performing professional work in a variety of capacities to include provision of reference services; develop, plan, and deliver programming and outreach services for target audiences; collection development and purchasing of materials and supplies; monitor program budgets, report and record program statistics. Librarians also evaluate library collections, services, programs and outreach events for relevancy and impact on lifelong learning and community connection. Essential Duties Essential Duties: Perform reference assistance, bibliographic instruction, reader's advisory, and patron assistance services. Working knowledge of the Library's digital content on a variety of platforms and are able to assist patrons on a variety of devices. Recommend materials for purchase in assigned areas; catalog and classify library materials; weed collection and manage inventories in assigned areas. Assist in the library's web administrative functions, create content and market across social media platforms. Develop and implement program and outreach offerings. Perform other duties as assigned. Responsibilities: To provide informational services to patrons at the New Berlin Public Library for about 22-29 hours per week. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Master of Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with 1-2 years of experience in professional library environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Understanding of basic library principles, procedures, technology, goals and philosophy of service. Ability to use knowledge and training to serve the needs of the library productively. Ability to communicate and work with patrons and co-workers effectively. Ability to plan and implement library services. Ability to comprehend and follow instructions, verbally and in written form, in a timely manner. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Must have broad experience or knowledge of social media and content creation and ability to implement digital media strategies. Good oral, written and computer skills; must be able to assist patrons with computer-related questions. Ability to gather statistics, analyze information, and write reports and grants. Ability to understand library policies and procedures and apply them to library operations. Must have proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Willingness to maintain skills in the above mentioned areas through active participation in appropriate library skills learning experiences. Supplemental Information Physical Requirements: Task involves sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Task involves extended period of time at a keyboard. Environmental Requirements: None. This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Sensory Requirements: The task requires close visual acuity to perform various activities. The task requires oral communications ability. The task requires sound perception.