Henderson Libraries is hiring: Adult Programming Librarian in Henderson

Description

Performs professional level librarian work in developing, creating and implementing programs to meet the interests and needs of the community.
Supervision Received and Exercised

• Receives guidance and direction from the Adult Programming Coordinator and higher-level supervisory positions.
• May exercise functional and technical supervision over assigned library specialists and other non-professional staff and volunteers in the absence of the programming coordinator. May be designated as Person in Charge.

Essential and Marginal Functions
Essential and marginal functions and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Essential Functions:

• Plans, prepares, promotes and implements programming for adults of interest to the community.
• Participates in programs and community events to inform citizens about district/library services and programs. Builds and maintains partnerships with businesses and non-profit organizations in the community to promote and support programs, services and outreach.
• Promotes library services and programs to various community organizations; provides training presentations to the public on library services.
• Responsible for scheduling and reservations of meeting rooms.
• Compiles and maintains information and data for a variety of statistical reports; performs database cleanups.
• Informs library customers of library policy; may interpret and negotiate solutions, as required.

Marginal Functions:

• Handles and resolves questions/problems from customers and other institutions.
• May serve as Person in Charge, as assigned.
• Supervises opening and closing procedures, as assigned, verifies cash drawer balances.
• May research and write grant proposals; implements and administers awarded grants.
• May supervise volunteers including recruiting, training, scheduling and providing tasks to be completed.
• Participates in professional associations and activities; reads professional journals and publications; is aware of current trends in public library services; attends continuing education programs.
• Participates in library opening and closing procedures.
• Attends meetings; may participate in committee service and special events.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Will be required to drive personal or library vehicle on library business.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public library program development and implementation.
• Theories and practice of public library operations.
• Theories and practice of reference service, including basic reference sources.
• Theories and practice of collection development.
• Modern library information technology and how to utilize it in a public library.
• Theories of library cataloging and classification.
• Principles of intellectual freedom and the Library Bill of Rights.
• Standard library reference tools and the library collection and resources.
• Methods and techniques of reference interviews.
• Principles and procedures of grant writing, project planning and administration.
• Community relations development methods and techniques.
• Adult programming, outreach, community partnerships, and other related aspects important to adult services.
• Methods and techniques of public speaking.
• Modern office methods, practices and procedures.

Skill in:

• Keyboarding at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and databases.

Ability to:

• Demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Plan and implement programming.
• Provide readers' advisory and reference services for library users, including conducting the reference interview.
• Manage programs and projects, including planning, budgeting, administering, and coordinating.
• Instruct library users and volunteers how to use library services, products and equipment.
• Work with the public and staff effectively and efficiently, including handling difficult or dissatisfied people.
• Learn various library computer procedures, specialized software applications, and operate library computer equipment and machinery.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Sort and file alpha-numerically and perform basic math computations.
• Work a varied schedule, which may change periodically, including weekends and evenings, may work in other departments or libraries as needed.
• Work well with a wide variety of people and adapt to changes within the organization as they may occur.
• Use initiative and judgment in a wide variety of situations.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Work under pressure in a busy atmosphere.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Public service environment with a high volume of public contact, handling multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Work is subject to frequent travel around town.
• Normal physical activity including standing or sitting for extended periods, walking, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds, and pushing/pulling, which may range up to 75 pounds, upon occasion.
• Keyboarding and working at a computer monitor required.
• Phone usage, reading, speaking, and listening required.
• Interaction with library users may include stressful situations related to enforcing library polices or resolving problems.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college or university.
• Must have valid Nevada driver's license, or the ability to obtain one in accordance with state laws.