Senior Librarian
Full Time
United States
$5,369 - $7,403 a month
Posted 1 day ago
Job description
Class Title
Librarian I-II
Class Code
742-750
Salary
$5,369.00 - $7,403.00 Monthly
Basic Function
Under general direction applies the core competencies of a professional librarian and their knowledge gained from practice and continuing education to deliver customer-driven public library services. The librarian provides a high level of expertise in designing, delivering, evaluating, and continuously improving collections, programs and services, and library operations within prescribed funding limits. Librarians work both independently and in teams with other professionals and support staff to achieve best practices in a continuously changing technological environment. Librarians are expected to be active in professional library associations, continuing education, and activities that develop their professional competency and enable their currency in a constantly changing social, cultural, and technological environment.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Librarian I – This is the entry level professional Librarian. The Librarian I is expected to have mastered the core competencies of a professional librarian from an ALA-accredited Master’s degree program. This classification is distinguished from the Librarian II by the length of service as an entry level librarian. Incumbents hired as a Librarian I will be promoted to Librarian II upon successful completion of one year of service in which they have successfully demonstrated their professional competencies in the conduct of the assignments.
Librarian II –Librarian II is distinguished from Librarian I by having successfully demonstrated their mastery of core competencies of a professional librarian. In addition, Librarian IIs, by virtue of their education and practical experience, have developed expertise in one or more disciplines such as in reader’s advisory, information search and discovery, early literacy and language development, digital literacy, collection and content development, library services and programming for specific age groups or user groups, and multicultural expertise.
Typical Duties
(May include, but are not limited to, those duties listed below.)
Any combination of the following duties dependent upon Library System needs or individual position requirements:
Any combination of the following duties dependent upon Library System needs or individual position requirements:
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Designs, develops, and delivers library programs and services directly and through staff and volunteers. -
Performs direct service to the public in efficiently and accurately locating information and/or guiding the searcher in person, on the telephone, and online, effectively using the full range of search and technology options available through the library system.
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Provides expert advice to readers in identifying titles, authors, genre, and subject matter of interest specifically to the searcher or client group.
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Strategically creates content for the library’s virtual services component, for programs, and for services, including for age-specific audiences such as children, families, adults, seniors, and teens.
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Provides subject expertise to collaboratively develop collections and content for the library’s virtual and physical collections.
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Conducts original cataloging of books, government documents, media, serials, and other material; identifies and corrects problems related to obsolete, conflicting, or incorrect cataloging; interprets cataloging and classification rules and practices for other staff.
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Speaks to school and community groups regarding library services and resources.
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Designs and delivers educational programming for various age-groups related to reading, literacy, and digital fluency, for example, customized for the needs of various audiences. Programming is online or face-to-face and may take a variety of forms including book talks, lectures, story hours, workshops, one-on-one consultation, group instruction, performances, and presentations.
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Designs and supervises the installation of displays and exhibits.
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Assists in developing, modifying and evaluating library practices and procedures.
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Interacts with the public, informs patrons of Library System policies and procedures, and provides constructive feedback to library management concerning same.
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Represents the Library in cooperative relations with other agencies.
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Prepares reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the library.
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Participates in professional activities to be current with trends, best practices, and innovations in library practice and technology.
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Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate personnel; may arrange employee work schedules.
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Keeps informed of professional developments; attends professional meetings and training.
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Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position requires frequent sitting, walking and grasping in the performance of daily activities. Occasional reaching, repetitive use of hands, working overhead and stooping is required. The position requires near and far vision and normal hearing in the performance of daily activities. The need to lift up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis is required.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:
Education and Experience:
Librarian I
- A Master of Library Science degree or a Master of Science degree in Library and Information Studies or Librarianship from a program accredited by the American Library Association.
(Note: For the Librarian I, if an applicant possesses all of the minimum qualifications except one of the accepted Master's degrees, the hiring department will agree to allow the candidate up to six (6) months while in the probationary period to obtain and present the degree as a condition of employment.
Librarian II
- A Master of Library Science degree or a Master of Science degree in Library and Information Studies or Librarianship from a program accredited by the American Library Association and,
- One year of experience in a professional level library position including some supervisory experience.
Knowledge:
Librarian I
- Mastery of core competencies of the ALA-accredited graduate school.
- Principles and Practices of Supervision
Librarian II
In addition to the above minimum qualifications for Librarian I, the following qualifications are also required for the Librarian II:
Demonstrated knowledge and successful practical experience in applying the core competencies of a professional librarian AND/OR- Competency in one or more library disciplines, such as in reader’s advisory, information search and discovery, early literacy and language development, digital literacy, services and programs for children, youth, teens, adults, or seniors, multicultural expertise, and collection and content development.
- Principles and techniques necessary to identify and analyze emerging technologies and innovations in order to recognize and implement relevant technological improvements
- Principles involved in the organization and representation of recorded knowledge and information.
- Developmental, descriptive, and evaluative skills in order to organize recorded knowledge and information resources.
- Systems of cataloging, metadata, indexing, and classification standards and methods used to organize recorded knowledge and information.
- Automated cataloging and other automated technical services functions.
- Typical materials acquisition systems.
- Contemporary cataloging and classification systems.
Abilities:
Librarian I
- Communicate a warm and welcoming public attitude and spirit of service.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteers, and the general public.
- Understand and apply library policies and procedures.
- Give clear information to the public and to support staff.
- Interpret library policies and procedures to both public and support staff.
- Communicate effectively, clearly and accurately, both orally and in writing
- Participate in the selection, supervision, training, and evaluation of staff and oversee and coordinate the work of others.
- Operate office equipment, including computer equipment related to library automation.
- Use good judgment in handling difficult situations
- Work Library System’s schedule of hours.
- Transport self throughout Library System.
- Actively participate in a professional association, continuing education, and professional development through reading and activities that enable the librarian’s professional development.
Librarian II
In addition to the above minimum qualifications for Librarian I, the following qualifications are also required for the Librarian II:
Articulate and apply the ethics, values and foundational principles of library and information professionals and their role in the promotion of intellectual freedom.- Apply information, communication, assistive, and related technologies to serve the public consistent with professional ethics and prevailing service norms.
- Assess and evaluate the specifications, efficacy, and cost efficacy of technology-based products and services.
- Efficiently apply the fundamental principles of planning, evaluation, and promotion to project management.
- Efficiently query and evaluate information retrieval systems.
- Efficiently conduct an information search and guide the searcher in an efficient and accurate search process.
- Effectively use the basic concepts and principles related to the creation, evaluation, selection, acquisition, preservation and organization of specific items or collections of information.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of current information and communication technologies as they affect the resources and uses of libraries.
- Use service concepts, principles and techniques that facilitate information access, relevance, and accuracy for individuals or groups of users.
- Design public training programs based on appropriate learning principles and theories.
- Demonstrate oral and written communication skills necessary for group work, collaborations and professional level presentations.
- Actively participate in a professional association, continuing education, and professional development through reading and activities that enable the librarian’s professional development amidst a constantly changing social, cultural, and technological environment.
- Evaluate programs and services on specified criteria.
Licenses and Certificates
- Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver’s license or the ability to provide suitable alternate transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Fluency in Spanish, an Asian language, or sign language.
Career Ladder
- Director of Libraries
- Assistant Director of Libraries
- Library Division Manager
- Librarian III
- Librarian II
- Librarian I
- Library Specialist
- Library Assistant IV
- Library Assistant III/Library Information Specialist
- Library Assistant II/Bookmobile Library Assistant
- Library Assistant I
Class Detail
Reports to Division Manager or Librarian III
Supervises Primarily any level Library Assistant and any lower classification
Bargaining Unit Mid-management
Supervises Primarily any level Library Assistant and any lower classification
Bargaining Unit Mid-management
Classification No.: Librarian I – #742
Librarian II – #750
Date of Issue: 1/2012
Supersedes: Re-classification from Librarian I #148 and Librarian II #149
Review: 10/21
SALARY
- The current salary range for this position is posted on the City website. Appointment may be made commensurate with experience. See the Mid-Management MOU documents on the City website for further details on pay rates and practices.
APPOINTMENT
- Any candidate selected by the appointing department may be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam administered by a City-selected physician before hire to non-sedentary positions. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment. Candidates must present documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States and take a loyalty oath as required by the State of California at the time of hire. Appointments to regular positions are subject to a six-month probationary period which is considered a part of the selection process. Probationary employees may be terminated without recourse during this period. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
LEAVE
Vacation – 80 hours/year up to 5 years, 120 hours/year 6-10 years, plus 8 hours for each year after 10 years up to a maximum of 160 hours/year.
Sick – 12 days/year
Holidays – up to 11 days/year
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
INSURANCE – (available to employee and eligible dependents)
Medical – Depends on plan selected; City generally pays at least 90% of the cost of coverage. Participating members make an additional $35 contribution per pay period towards health care benefits.
Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program – City currently pays full cost of employee and family coverage. Pro-rated for part-time.
Life – City provides a $25,000 life insurance policy.
Long Term Disability – City provides a long term disability plan.
MANAGEMENT LEAVE/OPTIONAL BENEFIT PLAN
80 hours of additional vacation per year. A $1,300 (less than 10 yrs) or $1,500 (greater than 10 yrs) annual contribution may be used to purchase additional vacation, be place in deferred compensation account or be paid in cash (cashout limited to 20 hours).
RETIREMENT
All regular employees become members of PERS. Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% @ 62 (3 year average). Prior PERS membership may affect retirement formula. Employees contribute 11.25% of their salary to PERS on a pre-tax basis. An employee is vested after 5 years of membership. No Social Security is withheld.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (not all inclusive)
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Accident Protection Insurance
Cancer and Critical Illness Insurance
Direct Deposit
Discount Bus Pass Program
Flexible Spending Plans for Health & Dependent Care
Longevity Pay (after 10 years and 15 years)
In lieu Medical Reimbursement of $200 /month
Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
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