Outreach & Adult Programs Librarian

Northwest Regional Library System; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Metro Library in Dayton, OH is hiring a full-time Information Services Librarian at the Burkhardt Branch. The role reports to the Branch Library Manager and may act as person in charge at times.

You will connect with local organizations to promote the library's collections and plan engaging adult programs. The librarian assists with adult fiction and nonfiction collection maintenance, provides reference and information literacy guidance, and supports public service across desks and

Qualifications

• Master’s in Library and Information Science preferred or its equivalent in education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret reference resources, general business periodicals, professional journals, policy and procedure manuals and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, book reviews, readers’ advisory materials and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patrons, managers, coworkers and members of the community. Ability to apply active listening skills.
• Ability to deal effectively with confrontational individuals and/or challenging situations.
• Knowledge of professional library principles, methods, techniques and procedures. Knowledge and appreciation of literature, periodicals, audiovisual materials, web sites, social media and other electronic media which together constitute a diverse, current and relevant collection for the adult population.
• Ability to determine patron information needs. Ability to construct a competent and complete search strategy using both print and non‑print information resources.
• Knowledge of available and emerging technologies and their application to reference work.
• Ability to plan and implement programs and services to meet community needs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates excellent internal and external customer service. Creates a welcoming atmosphere in the public service areas through personal presence and area’s design.
• Provides all library users with assistance in reference, readers’ advisory, information literacy, and in the use of library materials and reference resources (all formats). Serves at the Ask Me –Desk and all public service points.
• Assists patrons in finding and selecting library materials and in the use of the public computers, personal electronic devices, and library virtual materials.
• Provides work guidance in the absence of the Branch Library Manager and/or appointed person in charge.
• Designs, promotes, presents, and evaluates adult programs and activities that address community needs and incorporates library resources.
• Provides service and maintains liaisons with community organizations, government agencies, and other groups as appropriate. Provides library outreach programs that meet community needs.
• Maintains attractive appearance of the adult public service areas in accordance with safety and ADA requirements. Creates displays to promote library use.
• Evaluates and suggests titles for purchase or replacement. Reevaluates and deselects materials which need to be cancelled, repaired, replaced, or redistributed.
• Submits required reports and budget requests. May serve on library committees. Assists with system‑wide programs, activities, and initiatives.
• Performs special duties as assigned. Such duties may include, but are not limited to, indexing, compiling bibliographies, and assisting with opening and closing duties.

Skills

Customer service

Community outreach

Program planning

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Information literacy

Reference services

Public desk experience

Education

Master’s in Library and Information Science or equivalent

Job description

Dayton Metro Library in Dayton, OH is hiring a full-time Information Services Librarian at the Burkhardt Branch. The role reports to the Branch Library Manager and may act as person in charge at times.

You will connect with local organizations to promote the library's collections and plan engaging adult programs. The librarian assists with adult fiction and nonfiction collection maintenance, provides reference and information literacy guidance, and supports public service across desks and