Entry-level Librarian in the USA

NextWave Publications; Norway; On-site; NOK 166,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

NextWave Publications is seeking an entry-level Librarian in the USA. This full-time role involves organizing and maintaining library materials, assisting patrons, and delivering excellent customer service.

No prior experience is required as on-the-job training will be provided, and accommodation is included as part of the package. Responsibilities include helping patrons locate resources, supporting circulation tasks, and contributing to programming and collection development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.
• Basic computer skills for using library systems and databases.
• Enthusiasm for reading and promoting literacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and maintaining library materials, including books, periodicals, and audiovisual materials.
• Provide support to patrons by helping them find resources and answering reference questions.
• Assist with circulation tasks such as checking out books and processing returns.
• Provide excellent customer service to all library users.
• Participate in collection development by recommending new materials for acquisition.
• Keep accurate records of library usage statistics.
• Assist with programming and events, such as storytimes and book clubs.
• Stay up-to-date on library policies, procedures, and services.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Diversity awareness

Literacy promotion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field

Job description

Entry-level Librarian in the USA

As an entry-level Librarian in the USA, you will be responsible for assisting with the daily operations of our library. Your main duties will include organizing and maintaining library materials, assisting patrons with finding resources, and providing customer service. This is a full-time position with a salary of $1700 per month, plus accommodation provided.

We welcome candidates of all nationalities who are eager to start their career as a Librarian in the USA. No prior experience is necessary as we provide on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing and maintaining library materials, including books, periodicals, and audiovisual materials
• Provide support to patrons by helping them find resources and answering reference questions
• Assist with circulation tasks such as checking out books and processing returns
• Provide excellent customer service to all library users
• Participate in collection development by recommending new materials for acquisition
• Keep accurate records of library usage statistics
• Assist with programming and events, such as storytimes and book clubs
• Stay up-to-date on library policies, procedures, and services

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field preferred but not required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work well with diverse populations
• Basic computer skills for using library systems and databases
• Enthusiasm for reading and promoting literacy