Librarian

Scott County; Belle Plaine (MN); On-site; USD 4,298,000 - 6,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott County in Jordan, MN seeks a customer-focused librarian to provide information services and oversee a branch or program function. You will plan and deliver library programs, engage with community partners, and support readers' advisory and outreach, including Readmobile visits.

The role emphasizes helping patrons access accounts, materials, and technology across service desks, with a focus on collaboration and program growth within the library system.

Qualifications

• Requires equivalency of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Two years' experience working in a library, educational or related setting.
• A reliable form of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities is required.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes customers to the library, assessing needs and connecting them with resources and staff.
• Plans, delivers and monitors programs for all ages, including early literacy classes, and promotes them across the library system.
• Assists customers with library accounts and materials, including processing applications, checkouts, holds, interlibrary loan, and payments.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Equivalency

Job description

Hiring Range:

$33.68 - $39.63

Full Pay Range:

$31.70 - $47.56

Job Summary:

Provides information services; oversees a specific branch or program function in the library; pursues opportunities for community collaboration; plans, coordinates, and delivers library programs, services, and/or projects. Primary responsibilities fulfilled at various service points, including information desks and circulation desks; May make work assignments to library associates, aides, and volunteers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Welcomes customers to the library, assessing customer needs, and connecting customers with appropriate resources and staff; answering directional and informational questions; providing information services, including research assistance, readers' advisory, chat reference, and instruction.
• Plans, delivers, and/or monitors programs to all ages, including early literacy classes; markets and promotes programs throughout the library system; and supports outreach; and attends events in the community as assigned, including Readmobile visits.
• Assists customers with library accounts and materials, including processing account applications; verifying account information; checking materials in and out; renewing materials; placing holds and interlibrary loan requests; sorting and shelving materials; accepting payment and making change; and responding to customer concerns and disputes.
• Assists customers through various aspects of using the library, including accessing library materials, public access catalog, Internet stations, printers, copiers, self-checkout, etc.; reserving meeting rooms; scheduling curbside appointments; faxing and scanning documents; instructing customers in the use of print electronic resources; and troubleshooting equipment problems.
• Navigates change, especially technology, public library trends, and develops skills with new technology.
• Markets and promotes library programs and services through the use of displays, digital marketing, and conversations with customers; and works with in coordination with the Library Technology Manager to create promotional materials including social media for in-house programming.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Requires equivalency of a Bachelor's Degree
• Two years' experience working in a library, educational or related setting.
• A reliable form of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities is required.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

The eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT and PT vacancies within this classification.

Work Location:

Jordan, MN

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub using this LINK