Librarian I

City of Fremont, Nebraska; Howrah; On-site; INR 3,567,000 - 5,021,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fremont, Nebraska seeks a Librarian I to apply professional library science across public services. The role directs tours, leads outreach, and supervises the Circulation Desk, ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service.

The position requires knowledge of cataloging, acquisitions, interlibrary loan, and automated systems, plus ability to assist patrons with reference and research needs.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in liberal arts or related field.
• Library work experience or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct tours and programs for the public.
• Conduct public relations/marketing activities for the library.
• Supervise the Circulation Desk: registrations, statistics, fines.
• Train staff on cataloging, acquisitions, and interlibrary loan.
• Serve as shift manager and ensure security in absence of Director.
• Assist patrons with reference, online catalogs, databases, and other resources.

Skills

Library science

Public library programs

Reference tools

Interlibrary loan

Cataloging practices

Database software

Oral and written communication

Staff supervision

Program planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

MLS preferred

Tools

Automated library system

Databases

Job description

Librarian I

Pay Range: $27.24 - $38.34

NATURE OF WORK

This is professional library work requiring technical skill and knowledge in the field of library science. Work also involves application of knowledge of modern library principles in the performance of multiple library duties of moderate complexity. Work requires knowledge of standard library organization and procedures which may be gained through special training and education in library practices. Employees exercise discretion in judgment in performing tasks, with advice and assistance available from other professional personnel. Supervision is exercised over subordinate employees. Supervision is received from an administrative superior.

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes and directs tours and programs for the public.
• Conducts a variety of public relations/marketing activities for the library and represents the library in the community.
• Prepares exhibits and displays for assigned areas either directly or by delegating to a team member.
• Serves as primary contact for community groups, organizations, and individuals interested in Outreach services.
• Serves as the Circulation Manager and supervises the Circulation Desk: registration of patrons, statistics, circulation of materials, overdue materials and fine collections.
• Trains, advises, and directs technical services staff on cataloging, acquisitions, and interlibrary loan practices and procedures.
• Acts as mentor and resource for library technical staff on automated library systems.
• Selects materials, participates in collection development activities such as acquisition and deselection.
• Works with and communicates with various external publics including the media, nursing homes, schools, Nebraska Library Commission and other Nebraska libraries.
• Serves as shift manager, opening and closing the library as scheduled; ensures the security of the library in the absence of the Director
• Confers with supervisor on library policies and procedures and recommends changes.
• Answers telephone, works the Circulation Desk when necessary, answering reference questions and assisting with research, and assisting patrons with the use of websites, databases, and/or computer programs as well as locating materials in the library.
• Assists patrons making effective use of the library facilities; performs reader advisory service and reference work; advises patrons in use of online catalogs, databases, and other source materials.
• Assists customers in using public access computers, printers, printing accounts, computer time management, photocopier, digitized microfilm reader and other equipment.
• May provide instructional sessions.
• Assists library customers completing membership applications, verifies that applicants have no library debts and live within the library’s service area, processes applications, issues new library cards and explains library policies and procedures.
• Performs other work which is consistent with the essential functions of the job including other duties as assigned.

Desirable Knowledge, Abilities And Skills

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of modern library science.
• Knowledge of the resources, programs, and services available to public libraries.
• Knowledge of standard reference and bibliographical books and tools.
• Knowledge of the theories of creating, collecting, organizing, accessing and preserving information for use.
• Knowledge of principles of administration and organization of libraries.
• Knowledge of computer software – word processing, spreadsheets and database programs.
• Knowledge of current trends in reference technology including the use of mobile devices and their applications.
• Knowledge of periodical publishing and serials management.
• Knowledge of the history and philosophy of public libraries.
• Ability to plan, implement, and direct programs of interest to the reading public.
• Ability to supervise and train a staff of full-time and part-time employees.
• Ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in written form.
• Ability to remain responsive to the needs of library customers.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work various shifts which includes evenings and weekends.
• Ability to assist library customers in response to circulation, reference and related library questions; perform a variety of library technical and clerical work with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to adapt easily to changing circumstances and priorities; perform a variety of tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, subordinates, other city employees, community groups and other public libraries.
• Skill in the operation of data entry devices as required of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in liberal arts or related field.
• Experience in library work or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides knowledge, abilities and skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science preferred.
• Bilingual: ability to communicate in Spanish both verbally and in writing.

Job Details

Category General Status Open Posted October 28, 2026 4:00 PM Closing Open Until Filled