Public Library Specialist - Community Programs & Access

Doraville GA; Doraville (GA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Basic life insurance

401a retirement plan

457(b) deferred compensation plan

Hybrid or compressed work schedules

Job summary

The Doraville Library (jointly operated by the City of Doraville and DeKalb County Public Library) seeks a dedicated Library Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is essential in delivering exceptional public service, developing engaging community programming, and providing access to information resources for a diverse, vibrant patron base.

Serving as a primary face of the library, the Library Specialist fosters an inclusive, welcoming environment, assists patrons with varied inquiries

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Experience in library services, education, or customer service, or equivalent.
• Preferred Master’s in Library and Information Science (ALA-accredited).
• Spanish language fluency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference and readers’ advisory assistance to patrons.
• Plans and presents programs for patrons of all ages.
• Shelves books, performs weeding and shifting.
• Checks in/out materials and registers library cards.
• Assists with technology use and printing.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to policies.
• Supports relocation planning for new facility.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Oral communication

Written communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Master’s degree in Library Science

Tools

Integrated library systems

Job description

The Doraville Library (jointly operated by the City of Doraville and DeKalb County Public Library) seeks a dedicated Library Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is essential in delivering exceptional public service, developing engaging community programming, and providing access to information resources for a diverse, vibrant patron base.

Serving as a primary face of the library, the Library Specialist fosters an inclusive, welcoming environment, assists patrons with varied inquiries