Librarian: Community Programs & Makerspace Leader

Metropolitan Library Commission Of Oklahoma County; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Twelve paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Metropolitan Library System in Oklahoma City seeks a full-time librarian to provide information services to patrons of all ages and to plan and present programs. The role includes reference, readers’ advisory, and bibliographic instruction, with a focus on community engagement and technology instruction.

The ideal candidate holds an MLIS from an ALA-accredited program and demonstrates enthusiasm for public service, collaboration with diverse groups, and knowledge of current library trends,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university.
• Public service orientation and ability to engage diverse patrons.
• Experience building community partnerships and using makerspace technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide information and assistance to customers of all ages.
• Plan, schedule and present programs and services.
• Perform reference, readers’ advisory and bibliographic instruction.
• Develop relationships with community organizations and offer technology instruction.

Skills

Public service enthusiasm

Current trends in library services

Community partnerships

Makerspace technologies

Education

MLIS from an ALA-accredited program

Job description

Metropolitan Library System in Oklahoma City seeks a full-time librarian to provide information services to patrons of all ages and to plan and present programs. The role includes reference, readers’ advisory, and bibliographic instruction, with a focus on community engagement and technology instruction.

The ideal candidate holds an MLIS from an ALA-accredited program and demonstrates enthusiasm for public service, collaboration with diverse groups, and knowledge of current library trends,