Librarian - Conifer Library Job at Jefferson County in Conifer

Librarian - Conifer Library

Job Overview

We are hiring a dynamic, tech-savvy, and customer-focused Generalist Librarian to join our Conifer Library team! As the subject matter expert in your core area of service, you’ll be a leader in creating and presenting programming to library patrons, mentoring staff, championing diverse populations, and being active in community outreach. If you’re a forward-thinking individual who enjoys serving the public, this may be the job for you!

Benefits

Jefferson County Public Library offers great benefits including:

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexibility to assist in your work/life balance
• Various benefit and wellness opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Trainings for personal and professional growth

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 02/17/25

Division: Library Division

Management Level: Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities

1. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Performs moderately to highly complex research activities. Advises patrons on appropriate materials. Handles difficult questions referred by other Library employees. Refers patrons to community resources and/or other appropriate resources for further information as necessary. Uses high-level customer service skills to determine patron needs. Creates a positive, inviting atmosphere for all patrons. Provides access to resources, including the physical and digital resources of the system. Presents programs, classes, and workshops in the Library and at off-site locations. Conducts Library tours and community outreach. Promotes programs to target audiences. Initiates, develops, and presents programs and activities, including seasonal programs. Develops and provides library instruction and patron education to the public, individually and in groups.
2. CORE LIBRARY SERVICES: Participates with others in cross-functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives. Routinely provides direct customer service. Creates access to Library resources, both physical and digital. Creates content for the website through social media and content management systems. Assists with evaluating and maintaining the existing collection through recommendations and weeding of materials. Collects and tabulates data. May prepare records and reports. Assists in promoting Library programs and serves as an expert. Participates in the design and creation of displays, bulletin boards, signs, posters, and informational/directional aids and special exhibits. Identifies program needs. Maintains data pertaining to attendance and program participation.
3. DAILY OPERATIONS: Assists in creating a positive and inviting atmosphere. Develops collections and ensures access to all materials, both physical and digital. Assumes responsibility for the general appearance and safety of the division and Library service as a whole. Resolves problems as non-routine situations arise. Assumes responsibility for the operations of the Library in the absence of the manager. Takes appropriate actions for disturbances and other emergencies. Requests facility or equipment maintenance services. Serves as Person In Charge on a routine basis for their local location.
4. OVERSIGHT: May assist in hiring, assigning, training, mentoring, directing, supervising, and evaluating the activities of other staff. Assists in supervising the collection maintenance of ancillary staff. Ensures adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards. Assists and advises subordinates as necessary. Provides guidance and support in daily operations to ancillary staff and volunteers. May coordinate the work and schedules of ancillary staff and volunteers.
5. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's Degree or commensurate work experience.

Preferred:

• Master's in Library Science or Library Information Systems
• One year of public library experience.

Education: Master's Degree

Experience: Minimum one year of work experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The County affirms the rights of all employees and applicants for employment to be protected from discrimination, intimidation, physical harm, and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, hairstyle associated with racial identity, or any other status protected by Federal or State law.