Youth Services Librarian job at Salt Lake County, Utah in West Valley, UT, Draper, UT, Millcreek, UT
Title: Youth Services Librarian - Multiple Locations
Location: West Valley City United States
Posted Min
$24.69/Hr.
Posted Max
$37.04/Hr.
Job Description:
Job Description
We are hiring for three (3) Youth Services Librarian positions at the following locations: 1. West Valley - Part-time (30 hours/week) 2. Draper - Part-time (30 hours/week) 3. Millcreek - Full-time (40 hours/week) During the application process, please indicate which location(s) you are interested in applying for. *Spanish-speaking applicants are preferred for the West Valley location.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides reference and reader's advisory services to library customers. Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion. Tracks materials budget. Plans, coordinates, and provides library programs and outreach services. Assists customers in the use of personal computers and electronic resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, or in Library and Information Science. Other accredited Master's degrees will be accepted when combined with one (1) year of professional Librarian experience in a public library or school library/media center.
Preference will be given to candidates with MLS/MLIS degrees.
Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS⢠Provides reference and reader's advisory services and information about library policies, materials, services, and community resources in person, on the phone, or through electronic communications.⢠Provides information to staff on appropriate ways of dealing with customers in the library, including children and/or young adults.⢠Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion in the assigned area. Monitors assigned allocation of library materials budget.⢠Provides input on the branch collection development plan and strategic goals.⢠Develops, maintains, and participates in outreach activities to promote the use of library materials and services.⢠Creates, coordinates, and provides programs, activities, and resources for the library. Some may be targeted for outreach to children and young adults.⢠Assists customers in the use of personal computers and electronic resources.⢠Develops, monitors, and maintains the Library's web pages and verifies links on the Library's home page.⢠Serves as librarian-in-charge as assigned or on a rotation basis, handling emergency situations as well as customer complaints.⢠Participates in training workshops, committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of public librarianship⢠Collection development principles and practices⢠Reference/reader's advisory techniques and resources⢠Programming and outreach methods⢠Basic budgeting principles and recordkeeping⢠Marketing and merchandising techniques⢠Telephone etiquette
Skills and Abilities to:
Operate personal computer, automated library system, and other standard library equipment⢠Work with computer software related to job-specific duties⢠Plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments⢠Develop age-level appropriate programs⢠Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and co-workers⢠Work independently and also in a team environment⢠Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing⢠Problem solve and make sound decisions⢠Work effectively with people from diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds⢠Organize data and track expenditures⢠Handle emergencies and appropriately resolve complaints and conflicts
Additional Information
A career with a purpose in the community you love!
Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.
What it's like to work here:
At Salt Lake County, our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees' lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and room to grow and develop.
Surround yourself with:
Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Our community is more than a place; it's our heart and service that brings us together.
We encourage work-life balance:
Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with us includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day every year. Some positions have a hybrid work environment, giving you the flexibility to manage working from home and being in the office.
Additional Benefits Include:
Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with 10% employee contribution
Medical coverage, including a 100% County-paid premium option
Dental and Vision coverage with coverage for adult designees
Health Savings account with a County contribution of up to $1,200 per year, or a Flexible Spending Account
100% County-paid Long-Term Disability and employee-paid Short-Term Disability options
Professional Development and professional membership fees paid
Tuition Reimbursement
Plus: Onsite medical clinic and gym; hospital insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities
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Location: West Valley City United States
Posted Min
$24.69/Hr.
Posted Max
$37.04/Hr.
Job Description:
Job Description
We are hiring for three (3) Youth Services Librarian positions at the following locations: 1. West Valley - Part-time (30 hours/week) 2. Draper - Part-time (30 hours/week) 3. Millcreek - Full-time (40 hours/week) During the application process, please indicate which location(s) you are interested in applying for. *Spanish-speaking applicants are preferred for the West Valley location.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides reference and reader's advisory services to library customers. Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion. Tracks materials budget. Plans, coordinates, and provides library programs and outreach services. Assists customers in the use of personal computers and electronic resources.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, or in Library and Information Science. Other accredited Master's degrees will be accepted when combined with one (1) year of professional Librarian experience in a public library or school library/media center.
Preference will be given to candidates with MLS/MLIS degrees.
Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS⢠Provides reference and reader's advisory services and information about library policies, materials, services, and community resources in person, on the phone, or through electronic communications.⢠Provides information to staff on appropriate ways of dealing with customers in the library, including children and/or young adults.⢠Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion in the assigned area. Monitors assigned allocation of library materials budget.⢠Provides input on the branch collection development plan and strategic goals.⢠Develops, maintains, and participates in outreach activities to promote the use of library materials and services.⢠Creates, coordinates, and provides programs, activities, and resources for the library. Some may be targeted for outreach to children and young adults.⢠Assists customers in the use of personal computers and electronic resources.⢠Develops, monitors, and maintains the Library's web pages and verifies links on the Library's home page.⢠Serves as librarian-in-charge as assigned or on a rotation basis, handling emergency situations as well as customer complaints.⢠Participates in training workshops, committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of public librarianship⢠Collection development principles and practices⢠Reference/reader's advisory techniques and resources⢠Programming and outreach methods⢠Basic budgeting principles and recordkeeping⢠Marketing and merchandising techniques⢠Telephone etiquette
Skills and Abilities to:
Operate personal computer, automated library system, and other standard library equipment⢠Work with computer software related to job-specific duties⢠Plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments⢠Develop age-level appropriate programs⢠Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and co-workers⢠Work independently and also in a team environment⢠Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing⢠Problem solve and make sound decisions⢠Work effectively with people from diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds⢠Organize data and track expenditures⢠Handle emergencies and appropriately resolve complaints and conflicts
Additional Information
A career with a purpose in the community you love!
Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.
What it's like to work here:
At Salt Lake County, our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees' lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and room to grow and develop.
Surround yourself with:
Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Our community is more than a place; it's our heart and service that brings us together.
We encourage work-life balance:
Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with us includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day every year. Some positions have a hybrid work environment, giving you the flexibility to manage working from home and being in the office.
Additional Benefits Include:
Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with 10% employee contribution
Medical coverage, including a 100% County-paid premium option
Dental and Vision coverage with coverage for adult designees
Health Savings account with a County contribution of up to $1,200 per year, or a Flexible Spending Account
100% County-paid Long-Term Disability and employee-paid Short-Term Disability options
Professional Development and professional membership fees paid
Tuition Reimbursement
Plus: Onsite medical clinic and gym; hospital insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities
Apply Now
Apply Now