Workforce Librarian

University of Alabama Libraries; Burbank, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Burbank Public Library is seeking a full-time Workforce Librarian to support our Job Connect program. The ideal candidate would have experience helping job seekers and strong customer service skills for one-on-one career counseling sessions.

Responsibilities include reference desk duties, collection development, outreach and partnerships with local businesses, and program creation to assist job seekers. This position requires a Master’s in Library Science and a flexible schedule, 40 hours per

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library or Information Science (ALA-accredited).
• Experience with one-on-one career counseling and job seeking assistance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Provide career counseling sessions and job-seeker support.
• Staff reference desk and participate in collection development.
• Develop partnerships with local businesses and outreach programs.
• Prepare informational programs and presentations; post on social media and city website.

Skills

Customer service

Career counseling

Microsoft Office

Public library services

Education

Master's Degree in Library or Information Science

Tools

Library automation systems

Job description

Burbank Public Library is seeking a full-time Workforce Librarian to support our Job Connect program. The ideal candidate would have experience working with people seeking employment and strong customer service skills for handling one-on-one career counseling sessions. They would also feel comfortable with outreach and creating partnerships with local businesses and creating programs to support job seekers. This person will work 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, and will have collection development and reference desk assignments along with their workforce duties. Sound good? Come join us!

Employment Standards:

Knowledge of current trends and practices in public library services to youth and adults; general and specialized reference and bibliographic sources for youth and adults; library automation systems; online research; readers’ advisory theory and methodology; principles and methods of collection development; basic governmental budgeting; record keeping; principles and practices of supervision; proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation in order to effectively perform the essential functions of this classification (this is not a language restriction as defined in California Government Code Section 12951).

Skill in utilizing Microsoft Office, including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Ability to work in a multicultural environment as a team member; supervise and train others; interact and communicate considerately with a diverse population; tactfully and effectively handle highly emotional and volatile customer relations situations; enforce library rules and call emergency services as required; address and mediate patron complaints and issues; follow instructions and directions; create and conduct informational and educational programs, projects, and presentations; post on social media and update City website; show initiative in problem solving; work independently under direction; work a flexible schedule including weekends and after hours; manipulate library materials from shelves at floor level to a height of eight (8) feet; maintain a safe working environment; travel to other locations for meetings and training sessions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Education/Training:

A Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.