Librarian Community Programing

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington’s Libraries is seeking a Librarian for Community Programs to develop and promote engaging library programs for diverse audiences. The role includes onsite and offsite activities, reference services, and serving as shift lead to ensure excellent customer service and smooth operations.

The position emphasizes community engagement, data-informed decision making, and collaboration with staff and volunteers to meet community needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Ability to assess community needs and translate into programs and services.
• Experience presenting information to groups of all ages using various formats.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to improve services.
• Ability to train staff and volunteers and provide performance feedback.
• Strong listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a varied schedule and independently when needed.
• Good physical stamina for duties such as standing, walking, and carrying.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and promote onsite and offsite programming.
• Promote community use of library resources and services.
• Provide reference and information services to the public.
• Serve as library facility shift lead, handling customer service, security, cash handling, and staffing.

Skills

Community needs assessment

Program development

Public speaking

Data analysis

Staff & volunteer training

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

MLS degree

Job description

Librarian Community Programing# City of Arlington## Librarian Community ProgramingApply: Library Southeast Branch: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 8, 2026 (4 days left to apply): JR101678**DEPARTMENT**Libraries **SALARY**$48,671.20 - $60,839.00 **JOB SUMMARY** Under general direction, promotes the library's presence in the community through the development of onsite and offsite programs.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS* Develop, implement, and promote both onsite and offsite programming to a target audience in conjunction with professional standards and community needs.* Promote and engage the community to use library resources and services.* Provide reference and information services to the community at large.* Serve as library facility shift lead during specified times and as such, respond to issues regarding customer service, building security, cash handling, and staffing utilization.OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS* Participate as part of the departmental work team in developing and recommending policies and procedures, new service programs, and/or new budget requests.* Participate in collection management and other special projects.* Select, train, assign tasks, and monitor progress of volunteers from various organizations and/or backgrounds.* On a nontypical basis, incumbent may perform other additional duties not listed in this description that are in alignment with the scope of essential job functions.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge, Skills and Abilities Required* Knowledge of principles, practices, and the operation of public libraries and knowledge of public library issues and trends* Skill in assessing community needs and translating those needs into library programs and services.* Skill in presenting information and programs to groups of all ages using different formats.* Skill in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting statistical and operational data.* Skill in training staff and volunteers in service and operational practices and procedures and providing performance feedback to ensure effective performance of duties.* Skill in listening well, establishing rapport with a diverse group of people quickly and easily, and in using verbal and non-verbal communication effectively.* Skill in strong interpersonal and teamwork.* Ability to work a varied schedule as necessary.* Ability to work independently in the absence of specific instruction or supervision, exercising discretion and independent judgment, and to cope with a rapid work pace.* Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to, seeing, walking, standing, sorting, carrying, filing, and writing.Qualifying Education and Experience* Master’s degree in Library Science, Information Science from an ALA accredited program.Employment Screenings Required* Criminal Background Check* Drug & Alcohol TestingCity of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.