Outreach Librarian

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title of the position:

Librarian

Department:

Outreach

Status:

Full-Time Non-Exempt - 40 hours per week

Schedule:

Day, evening, and weekend hours. Schedules will be adjusted in response to changing operational needs.

Benefits:

Eligible for full benefits – required participation in the Alabama State Employees Retirement System

Salary Grade: 10

Salary: $19.98 per hour

Reports to:

Director of Outreach

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Position Summary:

The key areas of responsibility for the position include: developing and implementing innovative outreach programs and services that extend the library's reach beyond its physical walls in collaboration with adult and youth services departments, fostering community partnerships, and promoting library resources and services to all audiences.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements are typical of an office environment and include sitting, standing, bending, walking, reaching, pushing/ pulling carts weighing over 100 lbs., lifting items weighing up to 25 lbs. and looking at a computer screen for long periods.

Minimum Qualifications:

• ALA accredited MLS/MLIS degree; or Bachelor’s degree with at least two (2) years’ relevant experience in a public library setting; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements
• A valid driver’s license

The individual must understand the Library’s mission, goals and objectives; follow and enforce the Library’s policies and procedures. In order to perform the job successfully, an individual in this position must demonstrate the following competencies.

• Accurate/Efficient work performance: The individual performs job functions in an accurate and efficient manner; produces an appropriate quantity of work; follows detailed procedures and ensures accuracy in data and documentation; has a strong attention to details, (without getting bogged down in unnecessary detail); makes sound judgments and timely decisions; is able to manage multiple projects; is able to plan work and carry out tasks with minimal instructions; is able to determine project urgency in a practical way; gathers information and bases decisions on fact rather than emotion; communicates openly and appropriately with immediate supervisor and chain-of-command.
• Good communication skills: The individual writes and speaks clearly and effectively; demonstrates openness and honesty; listens well during meetings and feedback sessions; states own opinions clearly and concisely; is willing to listen to the opinions and feedback of others; asks questions to ensure understanding; uses consideration and tact when offering opinions; informs supervisor/chain-of-command of problems in a timely manner.
• Reliability and Dependability: The individual can be counted on to complete work in a timely and consistent manner; keeps commitments; is regularly present and punctual; arrives prepared for work; is committed to doing the best job possible; follows policies and procedures.
• Cooperation and Teamwork: The individual treats all people with kindness and respect; values diverse perspectives; works harmoniously with others; responds positively to instructions; works well with management, co-workers, and patrons of the Library; is open minded and is willing to change his/her opinions on the basis of new information; refrains from activity that disrupts the workplace, affects productivity, disparages others, or harms the reputation of others or the Library.
• Committed to Safety: The individual takes personal responsibility for safety; understands, encourages and carries out safety measures at all times; uses equipment and materials properly; maintains a neat and orderly work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

It is the responsibility of every employee of the Tuscaloosa Public Library (TPL) to perform duties that are necessary to ensure that the Library operates in a professional, efficient, and effective manner at all times. The list below is an outline of the primary duties to be performed in this position; however, the list is not all-inclusive and should not be perceived as such. Employees are expected to perform all duties as assigned by their supervisor or chain-of-command (or his/her designee).

Primary Duties:

• Assist with designing, implementing, scheduling, promoting, and evaluating outreach programs.
• Assist in maintaining TPL promotional items (SWAG).
• Assist with recruiting and managing volunteers for outreach programs and events.
• Ensure all materials and resources are prepared and ready for outreach events.
• Create promotional materials for events and programs, including flyers and online content.
• Partner with community organizations to enhance public awareness of the library and promote its resources throughout the community.
• Collaborate with all departments to create a menu of programs for schools and organizations.
• Assess and assign requests for TPL participation in local events and school activities.
• Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts, track attendance, and measure the impact of programs on the community.
• Perform opening and closing procedures.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
• Exhibit strong customer service skills in interactions with patrons and coworkers.
• Communicate professionally, courteously, and effectively.
• Operate library equipment, such as computers, copiers, barcode scanners, book carts, postage processing equipment, vehicles, and telephones, in an appropriate, respectful, and efficient manner.
• Work on special projects as assigned.

I have reviewed the above job description and have been given an opportunity to ask questions as needed.

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