Community-Focused Adult Services Librarian

OHIO LIBRARY COUNCIL; Wright (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Memorial Public Library in Wright, OH is seeking an Adult Services Librarian to connect patrons with information, programming, and technology. A Master’s Degree in Library Science is required, with strong customer service and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities include reference and readers' advisory, collection development, program design, and community outreach; some evenings and weekends are required. Wright Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (ALA accredited) required; library experience preferred.
• Knowledge of professional library principles, methods, techniques and procedures.
• Proficient using technology; experience teaching technology and web development a plus.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• Sound judgment, research skills, multi-tasking, and excellent verbal and written communication.
• Collaborative, creative, and organized; able to work in a close team environment.

Responsibilities

• Patron Assistance - reference and readers' advisory in person, by phone, and online; assist with technology issues.
• Programming – design, implement, and evaluate programs to promote library resources.
• Collection Development – select, assess, and weed library materials.
• Promotion and outreach – create flyers and displays; participate in community events.

Skills

Customer service

Technology proficiency

Team collaboration

Reference & readers' advisory

Web development instruction

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science (ALA accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet searching

Job description

Wright Memorial Public Library in Wright, OH is seeking an Adult Services Librarian to connect patrons with information, programming, and technology. A Master’s Degree in Library Science is required, with strong customer service and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities include reference and readers' advisory, collection development, program design, and community outreach; some evenings and weekends are required. Wright Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.