What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Librarian position at Romeo District Library?
Overview:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Librarian to join our team. As a Librarian, you will play a crucial role in providing access to information and resources, promoting literacy, and supporting research within our library, working with all ages. If you have a strong educational background, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for helping others, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Research and answer reference questions
- Have knowledge of current library theories and practices
- Perform reader’s advisory work to assist patrons in the selection of materials
- Work with patrons in Adult, Teen, and Children’s Services
- Interact and work effectively with customers, supervisors, and coworkers
- Participate in collection management under supervision of the Operations Manager including: collection evaluation and development; selective weeding
- Assist with general operation of the library, including helping opening and closing building
- Preparing and arranging displays
- Communicate effectively in person and in writing
- Operate computers including; use of databases; word processing, spreadsheets and other office applications, Zoom, etc.
- Work under short time constraints to meet deadlines *Interpret and follow policies and guidelines.
- Must be available for flexible work schedule as needed
- Assist with programs for all ages
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program or the equivalent combination of appropriate coursework in Library Science and library-related experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles and practices of library science and technology and their application to the use of reference tools, book selection, criteria and methodology; and common library resources
- Dependable work habits; attention to detail; ability to work quickly and accurately; reliability; flexibility
- Knowledge of all computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job
- Lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
Join our team as a Librarian and contribute to the enrichment of our community through the power of knowledge. Apply today!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $20.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 29 per week
Benefits:
- 457(b)
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21