City of Charlottesville
Library - Substitute Reference Librarian (Northside Library)
City of Charlottesville, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904
Library - Substitute Reference Librarian (Northside Library)
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General Summary
The starting salary is $21.03 an hour for this position. This is a substitute position, on an as-needed basis and does not have benefits. This Substitute Reference Librarian position provides reader's advisory and reference services, programming, and assistance to patrons of all ages in the use of library resources and equipment at a branch of the Northside Library. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Supervising Reference Librarian or Branch Manager.
Essential Responsibilities And Duties
Provides direct customer service to public by staffing reference desk, conducting reference interviews and internet searches, and locating items in various formats.
Assists patrons with photocopying, printing, scanning and faxing materials.
Provides personal device and public computer assistance and training through scheduled individual tutoring sessions and providing limited point-of-need service to help patrons apply for employment and social services, fill out paperwork, print documents, participate in email and social media, gain confidence with Microsoft Office products, and access and use library electronic resources.
Responds to phone calls, emails, texts, and chats to provide equitable access to information.
Provides reference and reader's advisory for patrons of all ages online and in person.
Performs some general department and/or branch duties.
May prepare teacher loans and patron subject requests as assigned.
Assists in collection management and maintenance by noticing gaps and outdated or irrelevant materials; participates in weeding and planning for space needs and collection arrangement.
May script, record and edit content for system-wide podcasts; may conduct interviews, write book talks, research community issues and brainstorm listener engagement.
May write and edit blog posts; attend book club meetings, transcribe discussions, and research other relevant articles, books, and media to present within blog.
Plans, promotes, and conducts high quality library programing.
Designs flyers and promotional materials for library events, as well as resources for programming, using graphic design tools.
May be asked to perform Interlibrary Loan (ILL) functions including verifying, processing requests, organizing, and maintaining ILL records, gathering statistics, and contacting patrons.
Assists in selecting materials for the collection.
Sets up, troubleshoots, and performs routine maintenance of reference computers including software and printers.
Plans and coordinates electronic resources and assists in promoting and providing digital services.
Responds to JMRL web email.
Oversees use of OCLC.
Trains staff and public in using electronic resources including conducting workshops, preparing handouts, brochures, and other instructional materials.
Occasionally fills in when the manager is absent.
Works a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends.
Specialized assigned duties may include volunteer coordination, periodicals management, and ILL service.
May serve at multiple public service desks as assigned.
Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of JMRL equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Other Duties
Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.
Education, Experience And Skills
Minimum Qualifications: Eligibility for professional certification in the Commonwealth of Virginia within the first 2 years of employment; and previous library experience and knowledge of general reference sources; a willingness to read both juvenile and young adult literature; and experience with MS Office Suite and online reference resources.
Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of previous library work experience.
Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements: Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
Job Knowledge
General knowledge of library practices.
Knowledge of reference materials including electronic information resources, online databases, and familiarity with Windows.
Knowledge of routine computer maintenance.
Knowledge of and ability to use library's print, electronic resources, and other library equipment.
Knowledge of and ability to follow library policies and procedures associated with public services such as the Internet, meeting rooms, displays, food and cell phone use, etc.
Familiarity with integrated library systems.
Knowledge of and ability to use and oversee use of OCLC.
Physical Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Work requires pushing/pulling, standing for extended periods, stooping, bending, and carrying.
Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Work Environment
Work is performed in office environment where there may be exposure to computer screen for extended periods of time, monitor glare and dust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
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General Summary
The starting salary is $21.03 an hour for this position. This is a substitute position, on an as-needed basis and does not have benefits. This Substitute Reference Librarian position provides reader's advisory and reference services, programming, and assistance to patrons of all ages in the use of library resources and equipment at a branch of the Northside Library. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Supervising Reference Librarian or Branch Manager.
Essential Responsibilities And Duties
Provides direct customer service to public by staffing reference desk, conducting reference interviews and internet searches, and locating items in various formats.
Assists patrons with photocopying, printing, scanning and faxing materials.
Provides personal device and public computer assistance and training through scheduled individual tutoring sessions and providing limited point-of-need service to help patrons apply for employment and social services, fill out paperwork, print documents, participate in email and social media, gain confidence with Microsoft Office products, and access and use library electronic resources.
Responds to phone calls, emails, texts, and chats to provide equitable access to information.
Provides reference and reader's advisory for patrons of all ages online and in person.
Performs some general department and/or branch duties.
May prepare teacher loans and patron subject requests as assigned.
Assists in collection management and maintenance by noticing gaps and outdated or irrelevant materials; participates in weeding and planning for space needs and collection arrangement.
May script, record and edit content for system-wide podcasts; may conduct interviews, write book talks, research community issues and brainstorm listener engagement.
May write and edit blog posts; attend book club meetings, transcribe discussions, and research other relevant articles, books, and media to present within blog.
Plans, promotes, and conducts high quality library programing.
Designs flyers and promotional materials for library events, as well as resources for programming, using graphic design tools.
May be asked to perform Interlibrary Loan (ILL) functions including verifying, processing requests, organizing, and maintaining ILL records, gathering statistics, and contacting patrons.
Assists in selecting materials for the collection.
Sets up, troubleshoots, and performs routine maintenance of reference computers including software and printers.
Plans and coordinates electronic resources and assists in promoting and providing digital services.
Responds to JMRL web email.
Oversees use of OCLC.
Trains staff and public in using electronic resources including conducting workshops, preparing handouts, brochures, and other instructional materials.
Occasionally fills in when the manager is absent.
Works a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends.
Specialized assigned duties may include volunteer coordination, periodicals management, and ILL service.
May serve at multiple public service desks as assigned.
Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of JMRL equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Other Duties
Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.
Education, Experience And Skills
Minimum Qualifications: Eligibility for professional certification in the Commonwealth of Virginia within the first 2 years of employment; and previous library experience and knowledge of general reference sources; a willingness to read both juvenile and young adult literature; and experience with MS Office Suite and online reference resources.
Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of previous library work experience.
Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements: Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
Job Knowledge
General knowledge of library practices.
Knowledge of reference materials including electronic information resources, online databases, and familiarity with Windows.
Knowledge of routine computer maintenance.
Knowledge of and ability to use library's print, electronic resources, and other library equipment.
Knowledge of and ability to follow library policies and procedures associated with public services such as the Internet, meeting rooms, displays, food and cell phone use, etc.
Familiarity with integrated library systems.
Knowledge of and ability to use and oversee use of OCLC.
Physical Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Work requires pushing/pulling, standing for extended periods, stooping, bending, and carrying.
Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Work Environment
Work is performed in office environment where there may be exposure to computer screen for extended periods of time, monitor glare and dust.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
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