Reference Librarian I

The Reference Librarian I is responsible for providing reference service to the public.

• Provides general reference services to patrons in person and over the telephone by use of interviewing techniques, search organization (computer database, etc.) and networking.

 

• Work on various tasks/projects as assigned (i.e., inventory).

 

• Assists with collection development and materials selection based upon understanding of user needs.

 

• Plans and presents library programs.

 

• Teaches lab computer classes.

 

• Provides computer and reference instruction to users.

 

• Performs extensive research as needed to satisfy the informational needs of the user.

 

• Serves on departmental and bureau task forces and committees to develop policies and procedures.

Emergency Response 
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. 
 

Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited college or university required.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience working with the public.

A combination of education, training and experience may be substituted at the County's discretion.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and be insurable by current insurance carrier.

Required Competencies

• Knowledge of effective public relations techniques.
• Skill interpreting library policies, procedures and services to individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of automated systems including ability to operate various types of library equipment and on-line bibliographic retrieval services.
• Knowledge of modern principles, practices and methods of library science including knowledge of research techniques.
• Financial Responsibilities: Accept, receive, and/or collect payments; and make recommendations that impact the budget.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of books, authors and reader interest levels; some knowledge of resources in the community and the information needs of users.
• Skill in selecting appropriate reading materials for users of varying reading skill levels.
• Ability to use knowledge of information resources and networks to create unique responses to user questions.

Physical Demands

• Light lifting and carrying (15 lbs. to 50 lbs.), walking, standing, kneeling, bending and stooping are performed frequently.  
• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction), acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid), ability to access, input or retrieve information from a computer, ability to access file cabinets for filing and retrieval of data, ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time, ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Environmental Conditions

• Working inside, in or with dusty conditions, and working closely with others will be constant.
• Works in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Pay Grade: 8

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.
Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. 
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Salary : $50,981 - $71,386