Adult Services & Youth Services Librarian (Part-Time) Job at City of Redondo Bea

Adult Services & Youth Services Librarian (Part-Time)

Definition

The ideal candidate for the position of part-time librarian is a customer service-oriented professional who is passionate about connecting people with information, resources, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, be comfortable working with a diverse community of patrons and possess the flexibility to assist in a wide range of library functions, including reference assistance, circulation, reader’s advisory, program and outreach support, and digital literacy. They should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient with library technologies and integrated library systems (ILS).

Working 8-20 hours a week, the part‑time Librarian performs a variety of duties including but not limited to: providing reference information to the public, helping others to make effective use of library services, selecting materials and maintaining the library’s collection, providing programming and outreach for adults, teens and/or children, and performing other related duties as required.

Note: This is an at‑will, part‑time position that is not eligible for City benefits. Only those applicants selected for follow‑up will receive notifications after application submission.

Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations

• Promoting library service by providing reference information to the public, in person and by telephone, where the exercise of judgement, knowledge, and interpretive skills may be required.
• Assisting the public in making effective use of available services.
• Selecting books, periodicals, audio visual, and other materials for the library collection.
• Facilitating programs for children, teens, and adults.
• Preparing bibliographies and special exhibits.
• Preparing promotional materials for newspapers and other media.
• Classifying and cataloging books, documents, serials, and other materials.
• Assisting with systems administration.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting the automated library system (ILS).
• Coordinating web‑based activities.
• Supervising technicians, pages, and clerks; and, acting as “person in charge” in the absence of the Library Director.
• Maintaining records and preparing reports.
• Participating in budget preparation and administration.
• Operating a motor vehicle while performing various duties that include attending conferences, meetings, and seminars as liaising representative to various agencies.
• Delivering internal and external customer service while solving problems and proactively creating sustainable solutions to issues.
• Conducting duties, responsibilities, tasks and assignments with a constructive, cooperative, positive, professional attitude and demeanor.
• Supporting the City’s mission, goals, policies and objectives.
• Supporting the City’s core values of: openness and honesty; integrity and ethics; accountability; teamwork; and fiscal and environmental responsibility.
• Providing effective leadership to accomplish the administrative objectives of the City Manager and the policy goals of the City Council.
• Conducting regular performance evaluations of personnel, giving frequent and specific feedback about personnel performance; holding employees accountable for doing their jobs and celebrating accomplishments and successes.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Selection, acquisition, cataloging, and classification of library materials, reference, and reader advisory services.
• Research and analytical methods.
• The position requires computer literacy with knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office.
• The ability to communicate using email programs.
• An understanding of and adherence to City policies for information technology.

Ability to

• Meet medical standards for the class as prescribed by the City and satisfactorily perform required duties, including but not limited to learning the applications of electronic data processing for library operations.
• The principles and practices of effective supervision, training, and performance evaluation, budget preparation and administration.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Reason logically and creatively.
• Demonstrate initiative.
• Work independently and on project matrix teams.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.

Position’s Expected Competencies

• Sound decision‑making skills.
• Critical thinking ability.
• Problem solving and innovation skills.
• Drive for results.
• Analytical skills.
• Interpersonal, customer service and diplomatic skills.
• Ethical conduct.
• Proven top performances.
• The position requires meeting the physical employment standards for the position.

This Position Requires The Following Qualifications

Graduate degree from an American Library Association accredited school.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Redondo Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Additional Information for Part‑Time Employees

Part‑time employees are not eligible for City health and retirement benefits. Part‑time employees receive paid sick leave in accordance with California state law.