Weber County is hiring: Librarian (Public Services): Adult Services I in Ogden

Overview

Librarian (Public Services): Adult Services I. This open recruitment will be used to fill current openings at library locations throughout Weber County. It is not location-specific.

WAGE: $28.37 - $45.23 ($59,009 - $94,078/year) | DEPARTMENT: Library | PERSONNEL STATUS: Full Time FLSA Exempt | BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, 401k match, Sick/Vacation, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness; Maternity Leave; Parental Leave

Responsibilities

• Provide reference, readers' advisory, and referral services in person, by telephone, and online from a reference desk.
• Develop and present events for adults and families; manage building operations; schedule, direct, and evaluate employees.
• Participate in personnel management, collection development, research and readers' advisory services, computer/technology instruction, program development and presentation, outreach/community involvement, and facilities oversight.
• Contribute to performance review processes and provide input for quarterly updates and end-of-year reviews.
• Develop, promote, facilitate, present, and evaluate innovative programs to meet diverse community needs (e.g., book discussions, technology classes, English for speakers of other languages, arts and wellness activities, community outreach).
• Develop employee work schedules compliant with laws, county policy, and library procedures.
• Supervise meeting venue use, bookings, setup, and address facility issues per procedure.
• Maintain knowledge of publishing trends, literature, and library professional developments.
• Serve as a notary public in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with community partners to raise awareness of Library services.
• Preserve safety, appearance, and condition of Library facilities and property.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited program.
• Experience: At least one year of professional experience in a public or academic library preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Significant knowledge of reference and readers' advisory tools; familiarity with current and classic literature for adults and teens; understanding of collection development; strong customer service; proficiency with Microsoft Office and library software; ability to manage multiple projects with interruption; good judgment and professional ethics; ability to implement Library Board policies and procedures.
• Special Qualifications: Availability for morning, afternoon, evening, weekend, and some holiday shifts; remote work not authorized; pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check required; ability to engage with high-risk populations; fluency in more than one language preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. duties include walking, standing, sitting, talking, hearing, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, shelving, and operating a computer; vision requirements include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment and Schedule

Work generally occurs indoors in a public service environment. Employees may work rotating shifts (seven days a week) with flexible hours (morning, afternoon, evening, holiday hours). Up to two evenings per week and alternating weekend shifts are expected. Exempt status applies to professional employees; emergencies or special projects may require adjusting responsibilities or covering for others.

About Us

Founded in 1850, Weber County serves the Wasatch Front, Wasatch Mountains, and nearby areas. The Weber Center is located at 2380 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401. For questions, contact the Human Resources Department at 801-399-8623 or humanresources@webercountyutah.gov. https://www.webercountyutah.gov/

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Human Resources Services

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