Adult Services Librarian - 20 Hours/Week
Job Title: Adult Services Librarian I or II
Classification: Librarian
Starting Hourly Rate: $18.09/$23.66
Pay Grade: 14/21
Location / Department: Xenia Community Library / Adult Services
Reports to: Xenia Head of Adult Services
Employment Status: Part Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt | Bargaining Unit
Hours: Part time, 20 hours per week (schedule includes daytime, evening and weekend hours)
Job Objective
To promote the mission and values of the Greene County Public Library. To carry out objectives and goals of the strategic plan to better serve the community. To provide information services to adult and children using print and electronic sources.
Essential Job Functions
- Answers reference and reader's advisory questions from the public and conducts necessary research in various media, including electronic and Internet sources.
- Instructs and aids library users in use of library and of reference tools; provides both one-to-one assistance and group presentations.
- Assists in developing the community’s library’s collection through: (1) analyzing and evaluating the collection’s strengths and weaknesses (2) selecting materials for removal from the collection (3) identifying community information needs and suggesting materials to meet them.
- Plans, designs, promotes, presents, and evaluates library programs for adults or families.
- Plans and/or prepares displays, bibliographies, or other informational materials.
- Troubleshoots all electronic resources and equipment in the department.
- In the absence of supervisors, assumes “person in charge” responsibilities.
- Assists in training employees.
- Responsible for opening/closing procedures.
- Keeps abreast of current developments in the field through attendance and participation in conferences and workshops and through programs of continuing education, professional reading, and participation in professional groups.
- Participates in groups such as Reference Council, Adult Programming Committee, Summer Reading Club Committee etc.
- Gathers statistics, prepares reports, and completes other projects as assigned.
- The supervisor may require other related duties. These duties are nonessential functions of this position.
- Attends conferences, workshops, seminars, and training to maintain knowledge as reflected in training curriculum.
- Keeps abreast of information by regularly reading email, minutes and staff website as well as attending staff meetings.
- Performs tasks of lower level classifications as necessary.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to provide knowledgeable customer service to assist all library patrons in a timely manner; show tact and courtesy in relations with the public and other staff members.
- Ability to communicate clearly and read printed and on-screen information.
- Proven computers skills and ability to input information into an automated system.
- Ability to multi-task, work in a fast paced environment and handle difficult situations.
- Ability to handle routine problems under the guidance of supervisor and keep supervisor informed of departmental needs and concerns.
Qualifications
- Adult Services Librarian II- Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited school required. 1-3 years of Library and/or Customer Service experience strongly preferred.
- Adult Services Librarian I- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university required. 1-3 years of Library and/or Customer Service experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with reference service, including electronic retrieval preferred.
Environmental Conditions
- Work is performed in an office-like setting, but with need for considerable mobility: light lifting, bending, stooping, stretching, and sitting at a variety of desks and service points.
- Employee may be scheduled to work evening and weekend hours, including Sundays; schedules may be altered depending on the needs of the library.
Part -time Benefits:
- The library pays an amount equal to 14% of each employee’s salary into the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, the employee pays 10% to OPERS
- The library contributes a percentage of the employee’s salary for Medicare
- Vacation (10–20 days per year depending on length of service and professional status)
- Sick leave (12 days per year)
- Personal leave (3 days per year)
- 10 Holidays, including 2 Floating Holidays
- Parental Leave for birth or adoption of minor child
- Merit time off, if warranted
- Bereavement time, if needed
- Employee Assistance Program for employee and eligible family members
- Voluntary participation in the Ohio Deferred Compensation Plan
- Eligibility for Tuition Reimbursement program after one full year of employment (between $3000 and $4000 per year depending on the subject being studied)
- Dental insurance: employer pays 100% of employee premium; additional coverage for dependents is at employee expense
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
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Are you passionate about literature and community service? Join Xenia Community Library as an Adult Services Librarian, where your expertise can make a difference! This part-time position offers 20 hours a week, with a flexible schedule that includes daytime, evening, and weekend hours. As an Adult Services Librarian, you'll engage with the community by answering reference and reader's advisory questions, helping patrons navigate both printed and electronic resources. You won't just be providing information; you'll be planning and promoting programs that enrich lives—think book clubs, educational seminars, and family-oriented events. We're looking for someone with a Master's degree in Library Science for our Adult Services Librarian II role, or a Bachelor's degree for the I position, along with a background in customer service or library experience. Your analytical skills will come into play as you help develop our collection by assessing community needs and finding relevant materials. If you're a proactive team player who loves to troubleshoot tech issues and contribute ideas, this is the role for you. With the opportunity to grow professionally through workshops, conferences, and even tuition reimbursement after a year, this is more than just a job—it's a chance to be part of something meaningful. Let’s promote the love of reading and learning together at Xenia Community Library!
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