Librarian

Scott County; Prior Lake (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Scott County Library in Jordan, MN, seeks a Library Information Specialist to provide information services, assist patrons with accounts, and guide users at information and circulation desks. You will connect customers with resources, support research needs, and help with print and electronic materials.

The role also involves planning and delivering programs for all ages, promoting services across the library system, and learning new technologies to serve a changing community.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Welcomes customers, assesses needs, and connects patrons with resources and staff.
• Plans, delivers, and monitors programs for all ages and supports outreach events.
• Assists customers with library accounts, materials, holds, and interlibrary loans.
• Instructs patrons in using library resources, printers, self-checkout, and digital services.
• Markets library programs and services, coordinating with the Library Technology Manager for promotions.

Skills

Customer service

Research assistance

Instruction / program planning

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