Assistant Librarian

University of Alabama Libraries; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama Libraries is seeking an Assistant Librarian – Adult to foster a welcoming, safe environment and provide excellent service. You will lead adult programming, support outreach, and assist with daily operations and reference duties.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technology help, and information literacy within the community. Responsibilities include developing programs, assisting at community events, and maintaining collections and displays while upholding safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in public library.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents programs for adults.
• Collaborates with Outreach team to present programs and events for all ages in-library and in the community.
• Assists with daily Adult Services Division operations.
• Provides library outreach at community events.
• Assists with daily operations of assigned area.
• Provides exceptional service without exception.
• Works collaboratively on programming and strategic initiatives.
• Provides reference and readers advisory guidance through interviews and literature searches.
• Maintains awareness of literature services, trends, and ethics; applies current practices.
• Provides patrons with technology assistance and self-service guidance.
• Maintains shelves, displays, bibliographies and informational materials.
• Processes transactions through the Library’s ILS or cash register.
• Calculates and maintains department statistics.

Skills

Public library experience

Adult programming

Bilingual English & Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Polaris

Library IQ

Beanstack

VOMO

Job description

Summary

The Assistant Librarian – Adult, under the general supervision of the Adult Services Supervisor, ensures the library is a welcoming and safe environment that supports and represents all community members. This role is responsible for all aspects of library service with duties including circulation, patron assistance, programming, and public relations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents programs for adults


• Collaborates with Outreach team to present programs and events for all ages both in-library and in the community


• Assists with daily Adult Services Division operations


• Provides library outreach at community events


• Assists with the daily operations of assigned area


• Provides exceptional service without exception


• Works collaboratively on programming and strategic initiatives


• Provides reference and readers advisory guidance through reference interviews and literature searches


• Maintains an awareness of literature services, reference sources, professional trends, methods, and ethics. Implements knowledge of current trends in library services and programs


• Provides patrons with technology assistance, computer training, and assists patrons with self-service equipment, technology, and facilities


• Assists in maintaining shelves and creating book displays, bulletin boards, bibliographies, and other informational materials


• Processes transactions involving cash through the Library’s ILS and/or cash register


• Calculates and maintains statistics and records for the department


• Uses initiative and sound judgment to troubleshoot, set priorities, and make decisions


• Serves as back‑up to the Library Supervisor, when needed


• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines


• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Two (2) years of experience in public library

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in library programming


• Experience working with adults


• Familiarity with Polaris, Library IQ, Beanstack, and/or VOMO


• Bilingual in English & Spanish