What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian I or Librarian II (Reference) Job at City of Austin in Austin position at City of Austin?
Minimum Qualifications
Librarian I :
Graduation with a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university, or must be earned within six (6) months of employment.
Licenses and Certifications Required :
None.
Physical Requirements :
- Must be able to stoop, bend, walk, and reach heights of six (6) feet.
- Must be able to lift or pull book bags and equipment up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Must be able to push loaded book cart / truck up to three hundred (300) pounds.
- Must have manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard.
Librarian II :
Graduation with a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university, plus two (2) years of experience as a professional librarian.
Licenses and Certifications Required :
Valid Texas Class C Driver License.
Physical Requirements :
For Bookmobile positions :
Notes to Applicants
The Central Library seeks an energetic professional Librarian I or Librarian II to provide reference assistance and readers' advisory in person, over the phone, and online. The person in this position will also develop and present adult programs, provide instruction to customers and staff, create online content, and assist with collection maintenance. Adult Services librarians also assist customers with library services, collections, and technology.
Application Instructions :
Additional Information :
If you are selected as a top candidate :
Veteran :
The Austin Public Library reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience :
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Librarian I
Librarian II
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels . Please select the appropriate job description. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Librarian I
Librarian II
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO / ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees : If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
