Louisville Metro Government is hiring: Librarian LU in Louisville

Essential Functions:

1. Provides high quality customer service
2. Assists library staff and serves patrons as a resource in a specified area
3. Plans programs, classes and activities for patrons and staff
4. Prepares resources and materials for patron use
5. Completes special projects
6. Assists patrons with locating library materials and use of library resources including technology
7. Leads Library Assistants L/U, Library Clerks L/U and Library Pages L/U
8. Provides community librarianship to engage patrons through education outreach services

Examples of Work:

1. Advises and assists patrons on the selection, organization and interpretation of library materials
2. Participates in book selection for one or more major subject matter fields
3. Drives and works on Bookmobile
4. Plans, develops and conducts original programs and special projects
5. Serves as lead and resource person to Library Assistants L/U, Library Clerks L/U, and Library Pages L/U
6. Performs Library Assistant L/U, Library Page L/U and Library Clerk L/U duties as required
7. Assists in implementing special projects
8. Answers questions in person and using all types of communication media
9. Makes presentations to community groups and schools, and directs tours of the library
10. Conducts Research
11. Performs collection maintenance
12. Catalogs books, periodicals or other materials
13. Performs related work

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

1. Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
2. Communicates with individuals in person and utilizes all types of communication media
3. Travels to various locations
4. Reviews information in both print and electronic formats
5. Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping, squatting and climbing
6. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 35 pounds
7. Operates office and computer equipment and other technology

Minimum Requirements:

1. Master's degree in Library Science

Other Minimums:

1. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
2. Must work a varied schedule
3. Must be certified as a Public Librarian in the State of Kentucky (KRS 171.250)

Equivalency:

1. Master’s degree in other field deemed appropriate by department management for area of assignment

Desirables:

1. Professional experience developing and providing age appropriate programs and services to teens and children with emphasis on adolescence