Librarian I - Youth Services

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, prepares, and implements programs and events for youth and young adults that foster learning and positive engagement with the library.
• Works collaboratively with the library team in planning and implementing summer programs, family programs, adult programs, general library events, and outreach services to schools and other organizations.
• Coordinates, organizes, and promotes a teen volunteer program for youth 14-17 years. Directs the work and engages with the teens to positively contribute to the work of the library.
• Provides organization and maintenance of library materials in the Juvenile and Young Adult collections to ensure ease of access and optimal shelf usage.
• Manages assigned collections, including, but not limited to, selecting and ordering material, weeding, inventory, and evaluating donations for addition to the collection. Assists team members with collection management as needed.
• Keeps current on topics of collection development and library issues specific to youth ages 9-17.

• Represents the library on inter-departmental teams and at city functions and events.
• Promotes library collections, services, programs, and partnerships through outreach presentations, library tours, educational collaborations, and other networking opportunities with a focus of encouraging community engagement.
• Assists the Director in the creation, implementation, and changing of library policy and procedures.
• Attends professional conferences, meetings, and workshops to maintain current knowledge of trends and developments in the field of library and information science. Travels as required.
• Assists patrons with a variety of informational, educational, and instructional needs in a helpful and courteous manner that demonstrates excellent customer service.
• Works the Public Service Desks (Reference, Circulation, and Children's) to assist patrons with accessing library resources, provide technology assistance, and complete reference interviews.
• Utilizes the Integrated Library Management System to run reports, maintain patron accounts, and complete general circulation duties.
• Works with the library team to promote library programs and services through a variety of channels by creating, designing, preparing, and distributing information in print and digital formats; creating and monitoring social media posts; designing engaging displays; and seeking other promotional opportunities.

Marginal Functions:

• Participates in Emergency Management Operations as directed.
• Performs related work as directed.

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

REQUIREMENTS
A. Training and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Or, an equivalent combination of education, training, and customer service experience, either professional or nonprofessional, will receive consideration.
• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience working in a library setting.
• One (1) to three (3) years’ experience developing and presenting programs for youth and/or young adults.
• Bilingual and the ability to read, write, and speak Spanish proficiently.
• Three (3) years’ experience working directly with the public.

B. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to exercise independent judgement in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of information resources, including print and digital resources.
• Considerable knowledge of modern library practices and procedures, including cataloging, organizational systems, reference materials, publishers, authors, publishing trends and collection development.
• Thorough knowledge of general office software, social media applications, research databases, internet/web navigations, mobile application awareness, and office equipment and technology.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public, especially youth and their parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively; receive both oral and written instructions; listen actively to coworkers and the public.
• Ability to serve the public with patience, tact, and integrity.
• Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to create, plan, and present a variety of programs that support learning and positive engagement with the library.

C. Physical Requirements

This is primarily an office classification where sitting, standing in work areas and walking between work areas is required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification regularly bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull to retrieve supplies, files, and other materials. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull book carts, materials, and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Employees primarily work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Some tasks may require exposure to dust, pollen, or outdoor environments. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Supplemental information

The City of Bastrop is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO) and values diversity in its workforce. As an EEO employer, the City provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.