Substitute Reference Librarian

Portage County District Library; Garrettsville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading library is seeking a Reference Librarian Substitute to assist patrons and manage reference collections. The role includes a wide range of duties from educating patrons to checking library materials. Applicants should have an undergraduate degree, strong communication skills, and knowledge of library operations. Flexibility in working hours and willingness to travel to various branches are required.

Benefits

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

$10/day travel reimbursement

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and applicable experience required.
• Knowledge of library equipment and policies essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with locating materials and answering reference questions.
• Manage library materials check-in/check-out procedures.
• Conduct evaluations of reference materials and recommend acquisitions.

Skills

Knowledge of library policies

Computer operation

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate four (4) year degree

Job description

PAY SCALE: $16.82 Reference Librarian Substitute/ Associate III / $12.54 Circulation Clerk Substitute/Associate I

HOURS: Flexible / may also fill in for Circulation Clerk substitute

Willing to travel to substitute at multiple branches: Aurora, Brimfield, Garrettsville, Randolph, Streetsboro, Windham

TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT: $10.00/day for substitute coverage

Paid training and mileage reimbursement from Garrettsville Branch to Branch training locations.

JOB PURPOSE: To educate and assist patrons to use the Library to its fullest extent.

QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate four (4) year degree and applicable experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of library policies and procedures; operation of automated library equipment; computer operation and functions including data processing. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; plan, schedule and organize work; prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports; communicate effectively in written and oral form; answer routine inquiries from public; develop good rapport with library patrons, supervisors and co-workers.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES: Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and stand on kick-stool.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: (The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification).

70% REFERENCE AND COLLECTION MANAGEMENT DUTIES

*Determines and ascertains information and materials needed by patrons and recommends book

selection based on patron requests.

*Assists patrons in locating library materials and responds to patron reference questions;

*Instructs patrons in library computer use and supervises Internet usage.

*Maintains pamphlet file and other files as assigned.

*Conducts evaluation of reference materials;

*Notifies and documents reference needs to Branch Manager;

*Coordinates updating of library periodicals;

*Oversees updating of editions and repairs as needed;

*Reads reviews of materials such as Booklist, Library Journal, or other professional journals offered by PCDL and recommends book selection.

*Prepares, presents, and assists with patron programs as assigned.

20% CIRCULATION RELATED DUTIES

*Checks library materials in/out to patrons on automated system;

*Responds to patron questions about library materials and services such as interlibrary loans.

*Answers telephones;

*Directs patrons to appropriate area of the library;

*Issues library cards;

*Places patron holds on materials;

*Collects Patron fines.

*Distributes Golden Buckeye applications and voter registration materials;

Maintains records as assigned.

10% MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES

Shelves library materials;

Attends staff meetings, workshops, in-service training, and serves on committees, as requested;

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Percentages may vary based on allocated hours.

*Denotes essential function of the job.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Applications received before Saturday; June 7 will receive first consideration. Position is open until filled.

PCDL is an Equal Opportunity Employer