Adult Services Librarian: Curate Collections & Programs

Worthington Libraries; Worthington, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Worthington Libraries in Worthington, OH seeks an Adult Services Librarian to assist patrons with materials and resources, train users, and develop engaging programs. This role emphasizes strong customer service, collection development, and tech support across devices and databases.

The position requires an MLS (ALA-accredited) and at least one year of customer service experience, with demonstrated ability to present programs and manage group activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year of customer service experience.
• Strong proficiency with ILS and online databases.
• Ability to deliver programs and speak before groups.

Responsibilities

• Proactively provides customer service.
• Interviews, researches, and answers questions from patrons.
• Assists in developing a high-quality collection based on community needs.
• Evaluates materials using data and withdraws per guidelines.
• Initiates development of adult, teen, and children’s programs.
• Recommends materials based on patrons’ interests.
• Provides programs and training to patrons and organizations.
• Serves as librarian-in-charge as assigned.
• Assists patrons with basic tech troubleshooting.
• Performs duties of other library staff as needed.

Skills

Customer service

ILS proficiency

Information literacy

Microsoft Office

Public speaking

Education

MLS (ALA-accredited)

Tools

Integrated Library System (ILS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Worthington Libraries in Worthington, OH seeks an Adult Services Librarian to assist patrons with materials and resources, train users, and develop engaging programs. This role emphasizes strong customer service, collection development, and tech support across devices and databases.

The position requires an MLS (ALA-accredited) and at least one year of customer service experience, with demonstrated ability to present programs and manage group activities.