Librarian - Part Time (Children's Services) Job at City of South Pasadena in Sou

(May work up to 18 hours/week, Monday through Friday with some weekend hours)

This position is part-time and is in the Children's Services section of the library.

This recruitment may be closed or extended at any time, with or without notice.

Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

Purpose
Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional library tasks related to service to children; and performs other related duties as required.

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by employees in this class. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties that are not listed below:

• Researches and answers questions and requests for information from library visitors and those who remotely contact it, in person, by telephone, and by computer.
• Assists students and members of the general public of all ages and educational levels with their homework assignments and literary, recreational, informational, and research interests.
• Acts as a Reader's Advisor by suggesting Library books and other materials to match or stimulate the interests of users.
• Conducts a wide variety of Library programs for various ages and general and target audiences.
• Instructs patrons in the use of the library's digital and analog materials, including books, databases, e-books, and various film and music resources.
• Provides instruction in the use of the Library's computerized devices and equipment, including the Internet, the Library website, databases, Wi-Fi, computer laptops and tablets, and personal computers.
• Performs outreach activities for the Library's services, programs, and projects by attending, representing the Library, and participating in community events.
• Visits schools and classrooms to raise student awareness about the Library and increased usage.
• Assists, enhances, promotes and develops the library's materials collection.
• Produces high quality oral and written communications.
• Make presentations and speaking appearances for community group meetings and to library audiences.
• May research, gather data and prepare information for library grant proposals and applications.

Employment Standards

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff and public;
• Offer outstanding customer service;
• Plan and successfully carry out assignments independently;
• Assist with the recruitment and training of subordinate library staff;
• Supervise volunteers, interns and subordinate staff;
• Make succinct and thorough written and oral presentations;
• Conduct research using on-line databases, books, and the Internet;
• Effectively search the Library's and other websites, as well as the online catalog;
• Assist in upholding the Library Code of Conduct;
• Demonstrate an enthusiastic passion for customer service and a strong commitment to serving the community;
• Utilize Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office software.

Education/Experience

Graduation from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) is required and at least two years of experience working in a library setting is desirable.

Knowledge of

• Professional public library principles and current best practices;
• General and specialized information sources, both print and electronic;
• Principles of intellectual freedom and open access;
• Cataloging rules, norms and practices;
• Research methods; and
• Writing and editing skills using good grammar and clear expressions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands include occasional lifting and pushing of objects up to 50 lbs., some reaching, bending, walking, sitting, stooping, squatting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Ability to hear and speak to the general public, and City staff on the telephone and in person.

Working Conditions

Environment is generally clean with limited exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, odors, or noise. Requires traveling throughout the Community and outside the City for meetings, and the attendance of occasional night meetings.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

The final filing date for this recruitment is Monday, January 27th, 2025 @ 11:59 pm PDT. The City reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents may be considered incomplete.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City of South Pasadena is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

FAIR CHANCE ACT

The City of South Pasadena will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act.