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On Call Librarian
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On Call Librarian
Salary
28.94 Hourly
Location
Oregon 97223, OR
Job Type
On-call
Job Number
2024-00011
Department
Library
Opening Date
04 / 29 / 2024
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Overview
Are you an excellent customer service provider, a persistent technology troubleshooter, and a top-notch researcher? The Tigard Public Library seeks several On-Call Librarians to help patrons access technology and find materials they want and need. Join our team to ensure that the Library is a trusted source for accurate, vital materials and resources.
These positions provide professional level reference, readers advisory, and technology support at the adult and children's reference desks. On-Call Librarians fill weekday, evening, weekend and short notice scheduling needs.
These On-Call positions do not have a regular schedule from week to week. On-Call Librarians help provide reference desk coverage for planned and unplanned absences in the Readers Services division. There are opportunities to accept shifts weeks in advance for planned absences, and on short notice for unplanned absences.
Examples of Duties
Qualifications : Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional librarianship; skills in using a variety of technology hardware and software; knowledge and skills with online search strategies; excellent customer service skills and the ability to effectively deal with the public; skill in teaching and assisting patrons. Applicants must be able to work a wide variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends, and must be capable of accepting shifts each month.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education / Experience Requirements :
Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, to perform the essential functions of the position, may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be :
Supplemental Information
Schedule : Please refer to the "Overview" Section in this posting
Compensation : This position will start at $28.94 per hour
Benefits : Not applicable for this on-call position
How to apply : Please apply online. We do not accept applications via email. Applications must be received by Human Resources by the closing time / date. This position is open until filled- Please apply by Sunday, May 19th, 2024 for first initial application review. This posting will stay open and continuous to establish a list for future on call opportunities.
IMPORTANT : In lieu of resumes and cover letters, the City of Tigard evaluates each applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience.
ATTENTION VETERANS : To receive veterans' preference, please upload your DD214 / Separation documentation
This position is not eligible for benefits; however, paid sick leave is available in accordance with the Oregon Sick Leave law.
This job classification is not represented by a union
Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
Do you have some library experience? (This needs to be outlined in the job application)
In 2-3 paragraphs, detail your experience providing reference, readers advisory, and / or technology support to library patrons.
In 2-3 paragraphs, describe a difficult situation you have encountered with a patron. What steps did you follow towards resolution? What did you take away from the experience?
In 2-3 paragraphs, describe your vision of a public library's role in meeting the needs of the community. How do you see your work as an On-Call librarian fitting into that vision?
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City of Tigard
Address
13125 SW Hall Blvd Tigard, Oregon, 97223
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