Librarian

Mineral County, NV; Hawthorne (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mineral County Library in Nevada seeks a dedicated library staff member to deliver high-quality public service, manage circulation, support reference requests, and assist in program planning.

You will work with staff, the Library Board, and community partners to provide outreach, manage collections, maintain the ILS and website, and deliver technical support and training for staff and patrons.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of professional library services and collection development.
• Experience with library automation systems and ILS operations.
• Excellent English communication; ability to instruct staff and public.
• Ability to work with diverse patrons and partners in the community.

Responsibilities

• Provides circulation services and handles holds and fines.
• Delivers reference services in person, by phone, and online.
• Coordinates Children and Adult services and programs.
• Assists with collection development and materials selection.
• Updates library records and maintains the ILS.
• Maintains the library website and coordinates outreach.

Skills

Patron service

Cataloging

Interpersonal skills

Reference services

Public speaking

Tech instruction

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Relations

• Responsible to: Library Director
• Work Supervised: Students, Mineral County Sheriff’s Office trustees assigned to the library and other library volunteers
• Interrelationships: This position requires an exceptional ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships, especially with the public. Must work with all officials and personnel of Mineral County and the Mineral County Library Board of Trustees, as well as other local entities and the staff in other libraries.

Essential Functions

(Performance of these functions is the reason the job exists. Assigned job tasks/duties are not limited to the essential functions).

• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
• Provides circulation services to patrons including checking materials in and out, discussing overdue fines with patrons, collecting fines, and contacting patrons regarding materials on hold: provides reference services to patrons in person, by telephone, and electronically; conducts research skills instruction.
• Adds new materials to collection; unpacks and prepares materials for public use; reconciles packing slips/invoice; updates database system.
• Coordinates the delivery of Children and Adult services/programming; assesses trends/needs and makes recommendations to the Library Director; involves patrons on program planning and implementing services and programs for their age group.
• Provides direct public services to patrons, government employees, and a variety of other groups including senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, homebound individuals, and individuals for whom English is a second language; coordinates outreach programs, onsite visits and special events such as author book signings and education programs.
• Assists in the delivery of public relations by preparation of promotional materials including video, print, and radio; may be solely responsible for programming targeted towards a specific patron group(s).
• Coordinates collection development by selecting and de-selecting materials; assists in the collection evaluation and development of specific Library collections for subject areas; participates as a member of the Selection Committee.
• Updates and maintains computer records for the integrated library system (ILS).
• Maintains and updates website, coordinates with information technology contractor and Nevada Library Cooperative Executive Director to maintain hardware and software, updates social media, maintains RFID system, develops and teaches technology classes for staff and the public.
• Maintains periodical collections; checks newly received magazines and newspapers against subscription records, arranges and maintains materials for patron access, resolves discrepancies with vendors, and prepares orders and presents reports.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Qualifications for Employment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (KSA’s are the attributes required to perform a job; generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or training).

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of professional library services, including patron service, cataloging reference, technical services and collection development.
• Library reference sources and subject background for collection development and patron services.
• Automated library information systems and their use and operation.
• Principles and practices of library operation and administration.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals, in person and over the telephone.

Skills to:

• Planning, implementing, monitoring and improving library services.
• Original and on-line cataloging, using both manual procedures and computerized systems.
• Using automated library information systems.
• Maintaining accurate records and files.
• Preparing clear, accurate and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Instructing staff and the public in the use of automated library systems.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or Library goals, objectives and activities.
• Promoting good customer service, including some public speaking involving tours and teaching library skills to small groups.
• Reading and explaining rules, policies and procedures.
• Dealing successfully with the public, in person and over the telephone

Ability to:

• Perform basic librarian functions;
• Learn applicable computer software applications;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with other departments;
• To train other staff members on librarian duties; and
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions

Required Certifications and Licenses

Possession of a valid driver’s license or alternative means of travel

Experience and Training

Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A typical way to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is:

Possession of a high school diploma or the equivalent. Must have computer experience and Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred but not required.