Librarian (Sunday) – Moorhead, MN Public Library (5 Hours/Week)

Summary:

This position requires independent judgment and supports the mission of Lake Agassiz Regional Library to enrich lives and strengthen communities; position requires contact with library customers, the handling of materials, reference and information services, programming and outreach, and general daily library operations.

 

In Larger Branch Libraries (Librarian):

• Works within a team environment to ensure the success of the library
• Acts as Librarian-in-Charge in the absence of a supervisor

 

Essential Duties:

• Create excellent customer experiences
• Mediate and resolve customers complaints and concerns
• Provide reader’s advisory, reference and information services
• Assist and instruct customers with the downloading of eBooks and eAudiobooks
• Troubleshoot and instruct in the use of computer/technology and device issues

• Support community needs by offering meaningful and purposeful library programs
• Provide library tours, orientation and instruction to community members
• Keep abreast of and promote current library services and programs to customers
• Arrange and display materials to promote collection and increase circulation

• Perform all circulation related functions
• Assist customers with the location and use of library materials
• Assist customers with printing, photocopying, faxing and scanning
• Collect and record service charges
• Responsible for keeping the library looking clean and attractive
• Keep abreast of policy, procedural and instructional changes
• Assist with the training of staff
• Identify security risks and thefts to ensure a safe and secure environment
• Attend meetings and trainings
• Perform related duties as assigned

 

Other:

• Perform minor housekeeping duties, such as dusting
• Assist in opening and closing procedures

• May substitute in other LARL locations as needed

• This job description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

 

Competencies:

• Commitment to providing excellent customer service and a welcoming atmosphere

• Able to communicate effectively and interact in a friendly, tactful and diplomatic way

• Professional and respectful in attitude and behavior

• Willing to initiate communication and engage with customers

• Must possess good judgment and decision-making skills
• Able to work in a busy public service atmosphere with frequent interruptions
• Able to maintain confidentiality and use discretion in customer relations
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to be flexible and continuously learn, unlearn and relearn
• Knowledge of common computer software and keyboarding proficiency
• Able to effectively use the internet, email, social media and emerging technologies
• Able to organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to interpret and enforce library policy and procedures
• Able to exhibit enthusiasm for library services and library related tasks
• A commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion

 

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience/License: 

• Graduation from a four-year college or university is preferred, but may consider an equivalent combination of library experience, training, and relevant work experience.
• Effective customer service experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license.

 

Language Ability: 

Able to communicate clearly using English, both written and oral.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

 

Work Environment:

• The noise level is usually quiet with exceptions during programs or events.
• The work schedule includes days, evenings and weekend hours.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to stand, walk, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, climb, push/pull, up to 40 lbs.
• Able to use hands to grasp a barcode scanner and keyboard for extended periods.
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds.
• Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
• Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well.
• Ability to drive to other locations as needed.

 

Working Conditions:

Seasonal weekend position, 5 hours per week on Sundays (the Sunday following Labor weekend to the Sunday preceding Memorial Day weekend).  Due to the limited work hours there are no benefits associated with this position; six-month orientation period.   Place of employment is the Moorhead Branch of Lake Agassiz Regional Library.

 

Salary:  $19.23 per hour (plus $2.00 per hour Sunday pay differential)

To Apply:  

Application forms are required  and should be submitted along with a cover letter to:
Human Resources, Lake Agassiz Regional Library
118 5^th St S, Moorhead, MN  56560
E-mail: larlhr@larl.org  Fax:  218-233-7556.

Applications accepted until the position is filled.