Job Description: Full-Time Adult Services Librarian

Job Title: Librarian
Department: Adult Services

SUMMARY OF ROLE: Recommend, plan, and present diverse and innovative programs, and provide services to community members, organizations, and businesses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND DUTIES:

  • Serve adult and young adult customers at in-person and virtual service points through expert-level reference, reader’s advisory, and basic technology assistance.
  • Plan, coordinate, and facilitate assigned services, projects, and programs; prepare and train other staff to assist.
  • Select and maintain circulating adult collections as assigned and in accordance with the resource selection policy.
  • Initiate, plan, and present diverse and creative programs in support of department goals and community needs; research and arrange for vendors to present programs.
  • Plan, promote, and provide outreach services for community members, organizations, and businesses.
  • Ensure good stewardship of physical and virtual spaces by preparing and merchandising displays, and by producing and updating content for the Library’s website.
  • Actively promote Library services, materials, and programs to customers.
  • Respond to and resolve customer questions, concerns, and complaints.
  • Act as person-in-charge for the Library.
  • Serve on planning committees, attend library meetings and outreach activities as requested.
  • Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Master of Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
  • At least 1 year of relevant work experience, including delivery of library programs to adults and young adults.
  • Written and oral communication skills, including public speaking.
  • Knowledge of adult and young adult collections.
  • Able to use computers, software, and other technologies utilized at a public library.
  • Flexibility to work rotating hours and various work shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

  • Standard office environment
  • Push carts

Onsite/Remote Work Location:
Some work may be done remotely with manager’s approval.

Travel Requirements:

  • Occasional travel in local community for services.
  • Occasional national travel for professional development and library community networking.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts the rights of Barrington Area Library to supplement or otherwise modify the responsibilities and duties of this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or other needs to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Barrington Area Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Library will review any reasonable request for accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

To Apply:

Complete, save and send the PDF application, a cover letter, resume, and references to resume@balibrary.org.