Bookmobile & Community Outreach Librarian

City of Nampa; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PERSI Retirement Plan

401k & 457 Retirement Plans

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance with AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

HRA VEBA Health Savings

Wellness Program & Rewards

Student Public Service Loan Forgivene​

Harvard Recreation Center Discount

Other Great Benefits!

Job summary

The City of Nampa is seeking a Public Services Outreach Librarian III to expand library services via the bookmobile, serving diverse community groups and coordinating outreach programs. The role requires leadership, strong communication skills, and a passion for public service in a mobile library setting.

Responsibilities include organizing routes, managing bookmobile operations, training outreach staff, and engaging with schools and community partners.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) or ability to obtain MLS/MLIS within a year.
• 4+ years of experience in libraries or education with supervisory experience.
• Valid Idaho driver’s license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Delivers outreach services to the Nampa community.
• Oversees daily operations of the bookmobile and directs bookmobile staff as needed.
• Performs reference and reader's advisory for patrons.
• Initiates library cards and assists with patron accounts.
• Coordinates, prepares, and delivers outreach services and programming for schools, early literacy, community engagement, underserved populations, and senior facilities.
• Manages bookmobile technology in coordination with the Public Technology Manager and assists patrons as needed.

Skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Communication

Training staff

Outreach

Education

MLS/MLIS or ability to obtain within a year

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Nampa is seeking a Public Services Outreach Librarian III to expand library services via the bookmobile, serving diverse community groups and coordinating outreach programs. The role requires leadership, strong communication skills, and a passion for public service in a mobile library setting.

Responsibilities include organizing routes, managing bookmobile operations, training outreach staff, and engaging with schools and community partners.