Librarians run public and private libraries, managing access to books, multi-media resources and computers.
Librarian Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Librarian to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Assists customers and helps develop protocol for e-book services, devices and trouble shooting;
- Performs high level reference searches using library resources, on-line databases and other reputable sources;
- Plan and facilitate programs for adults, teens and children;
- Engages in outreach to schools and other community organizations and agencies that serve teens and adults;
- Coordinates daily activities of staff and volunteers assigned to teen and adult services;
- Leverages community experts, coaches and mentors for services and programs in order to meet the needs and interests of teens and adults;
- Assists with the development of customer support;
- Assists the Regional Supervisor in preparing staff evaluations;
- Instructs teens and adults in information gathering, research skills and digital literacy skills;
- Assists with the identification and selection of e-resources, virtual web resources, etc;
- May work on joint regional library service committees and user groups representing the Aurora Public Library;
- Processes resources and effectively manages and promotes the library collection;
- Coordinates the work of staff assistants, volunteers, and interns pertaining to assigned collections;
- Collaborates with the other curators in on collaborative projects and exhibitions involving both transportation collections;
- Participates in providing special collections reference service and staffing Rare Book Reading Room.
Requirements:
- Ability to provide support to library users;
- Ability to work evening hours; and, weekend hours at some locations;
- Digital literacy and strong technology skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills;
- Willingness to keep up-to-date with changes in the profession and technological advances;
- Teamwork and self-management skills;
- Develop unique programs tailored to the needs of Fort Lupton;
- Experience working in a library, preferably a school library, and/or relevant teaching experience;
- Demonstrated engagement in student life outside the classroom and ability to work with a diverse student population;
- Continue the tradition of the Library being a welcoming, supportive and inviting place for all;
- Bring their passion for teen and adult programming and creativity to Fort Lupton;
- Curate the best and most relevant resources for our youth and adults;
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution, or equivalent School Library certification;
- Reach out to our community and create connections with the people who serve our you and families.