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Reference Librarian, Brockton Public Library (Brockton)

Applications for the position of Reference Librarian are being accepted for appointment by the Board of Library Trustees. This is a full time (35 hours per week) year round position required to work one or two evenings a week, two Saturdays out of four, and morning, afternoon, and evening hours. The position will be subject to a six (6) month probationary work period. The position will be compensated in eight step raises (on or after the anniversary of employment).

Duties:

1. Actively assists adult and young adult patrons in using print, non-print and electronic resources to secure information.
2. Selects and weeds non-fiction books and non-print material in designated areas.
3. Reviews, selects, and updates bookmarked Internet sites.
4. Participates in decisions regarding uses of electronic technology.
5. Assists patrons in using computer resources.
6. Researches obituary information.
7. Prepares readers' advisory materials and aids.
8. Works with community, agencies and groups to enable the library to better serve patrons.
9. Inputs data in the OCLN database.
10. Maintains displays and exhibits.
11. Participates in workshop and training opportunities.
12. Serves on professional and network committees.
13. May be required to serve as 'Librarian in Charge' in the absence of Supervisors, Assistant Library Director or the Library Director.

The position is covered under the terms of the contract with the Brockton Public Library Employees' Association, SEIU, Local 888. Interested applicants should forward a letter of application and resume by to: Paul Engle, Library Director, Brockton Public Library, 304 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301 or by email: pengle@cobma.us. The City of Brockton requires residency within one year of appointment and must remain a resident for 7 years.

Additional Information:

The City of Brockton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other protected class. The City of Brockton complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the City operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

As a condition of employment, the City of Brockton will conduct a MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check once an offer has been accepted.

If you have Diversity or Equal Opportunity questions or need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Eisha George, Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, at 508-897-6439.

Section 2-110 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Brockton mandates that employees establish residency within the City within one year of hire.

Qualifications

MLS candidate required, MLS preferred (if candidate, must receive degree within 5 years of appointment). Technical skills searching the Internet and on-line services required. Ability to train and supervise assigned employees and/or volunteers. Ability to relate to patrons and staff with professional friendliness, patience, tact and resourcefulness. Ability to converse in Spanish, Portuguese, French, Creole or another language spoken by one of Brockton's linguistic minority population desirable.