Reference Librarian: Research, Collections & Outreach

St. Clair County, MI; Saint Clair (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Clair County in Michigan seeks a professional librarian to perform reference, readers' advisory, and collection development duties at a combined Reference / Circulation Service Desk.

The role includes supervising staff on a rotating basis and guiding assigned focus areas. Responsibilities also include LBPH liaison duties, management of special collections and government documents workflows, performing reference research for individuals and groups, and coordinating program displays.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in information or library science from an ALA-accredited school.
• High level of commitment to public service.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional librarianship.
• Familiarity with the Horizon or a similar public access system.
• Knowledge of standard library reference tools and sources of information.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook) and sound judgment.
• Ability to research and problem solve independently; prioritize and manage time.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and guide the operation of assigned focus areas.
• Conduct reference interviews in person and by telephone.
• Instruct and assist patrons in using the online card catalog, databases and in making effective use of the Library's collections.
• Directs patrons to sources of information
• Provides readers' advisory services
• Researches, evaluates and selects materials for the Library's collection.
• Participates in information literacy and library instruction programs.
• Develops and maintains the reference collection for assigned classification areas.
• System-wide programming oversight duties: Senior, Adult, Teen, Book Clubs, etc.
• Responsible for reviewing and updating portions of the Library Website.

Skills

Master's degree in library science

Public service commitment

Professional librarianship

Horizon library system familiarity

Reference tools & sources

Microsoft Office & Outlook

Research & problem solving

Education

Master's degree in information or library science (ALA accredited)

Job description

St. Clair County in Michigan seeks a professional librarian to perform reference, readers' advisory, and collection development duties at a combined Reference / Circulation Service Desk.

The role includes supervising staff on a rotating basis and guiding assigned focus areas. Responsibilities also include LBPH liaison duties, management of special collections and government documents workflows, performing reference research for individuals and groups, and coordinating program displays.