Town of Canton, MA
Young Adult Services Librarian Job at Town of Canton, MA in Canton
Town of Canton, MA, Canton, MA, US, 02021
LIBRARY
Young Adult Services Librarian
DEFINITION
Position is responsible for managing programs and resources of interest and importance to young adults, working collaboratively with staff, volunteers and patrons to create a learning environment and coordinate activities. Work includes providing advice and instructions to patrons in the retrieval and evaluation of information and the effective use of library resources and technologies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Under general direction, employee plans and prioritizes the majority of work independently, in accordance with standard practices and previous training. Employee is expected to solve most problems of detail or unusual situations by adapting methods or interpreting instructions accordingly. Instructions for new assignments or special projects usually consist of statements of desired objectives, deadlines and priorities. Technical and policy problems or changes in procedures are discussed with supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
The supervisor, as a regular and continuing part of the job, is accountable for the quality and quantity of work done by subordinates and assures the accomplishment of the assigned work in the prescribed manner. The incumbent gives advice and instruction on both administrative and work matters; informs subordinates of organizational policies, goals and procedures; resolves employee complaints and recommends disciplinary actions, such as oral warnings and reprimands; has substantial responsibility for technical soundness of subordinates' work.
ACCOUNTABILITY
The nature of the professional or technical work means that errors in analysis, techniques or recommendations would probably be difficult to detect. Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment could result in excessive costs, delay of service delivery, or legal repercussions.
JUDGMENT
The work requires examining, analyzing and evaluating facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems, situations or transactions, and determining actions to be taken within the limits of standard or accepted practices. Guidelines include a large body of policies, professional principles, practices and precedents which may be complex or conflicting, at times. Judgment is used in analyzing specific situations to determine appropriate actions. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in conjunction with procedural concerns in decision making. Requires understanding, interpreting and applying federal, state and local regulations.
COMPLEXITY
The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to a professional or technical field. Assignments typically involve evaluation and interpretation of factors, conditions or unusual circumstances; inspecting, testing or evaluating compliance with established standards or criteria; gathering, analyzing and evaluating facts or data using specialized fact finding techniques; or determining the methods to accomplish the work.
NATURE AND PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
Relationships are constantly with co-workers, the public, groups and/or individuals such as peers from other organizations, vendors, and representatives of professional organizations. The employee serves as a spokesperson or recognized authority of the organization in matters of substance or considerable importance, including departmental practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. May be required to discuss controversial matters where tact is required to avoid friction and obtain cooperation.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Employee has access to sensitive, private and confidential information in the performance of their duties.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in Library and Information Science from accredited college or university or have completed at least two-thirds of the required credits and be currently enrolled in the graduate program. One to three years of library experience or a related area or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have the ability to obtain certification from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, AND SKILLS
Knowledge : Knowledge of operations, policies and procedures in all service areas of the Library; knowledge of cultural and technological trends among young adults; knowledge of print, media, and digital resources that support high school and college curricula and literary interests of young adults. Must have knowledge of Library sciences and library management principles. Must maintain current awareness of trends in libraries and changes in technology.
Abilities : Ability to listen, analyze and respond appropriately to the needs of patrons, resolve conflicts with tact and diplomacy, maintain harmonious working relationships, skill in applying reference and instruction techniques to patrons of various ages and abilities; ability to work closely with and communicate effectively with all age groups, particularly young adults; ability to manage multiple tasks through frequent interruptions, paying attention to details; and flexibility to adapt to changing roles quickly.
Skills : Technology, oral and written communication and customer service skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical library. Noise and disruptive behavior of patrons may be distracting. Incumbent may be required to work beyond normal business hours in response to emergency situations or to attend special programs.
PHYSICAL, MOTOR, AND VISUAL SKILLS
Physical Skills
Physical demands are required to perform much of the work. The work involves periods of standing, with intermittent periods of reaching, stooping, and walking. May be required to lift or move objects such as book trucks, boxes of books, office supplies, and office supplies and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
Motor Skills
Duties are largely mental rather than physical, but the job may occasionally require minimal motor skills for activities such as moving objects, using office equipment, including but not limited to telephones, personal computers, handheld technology, and other office equipment.
Visual Skills
Visual demands require routinely reading documents for general understanding and analytical purposes and viewing a computer monitor.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Library and Information Science from accredited college or university or have completed at least two-thirds of the required credits and be currently enrolled in the graduate program. One to three years of library experience or a related area or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to obtain certification from Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Special Requirements
Please send cover letter, resume and Town Application to:
Meredith Hartling, HR Generalist
801 Washington Street, 2nd Floor
Canton, MA 02021
Email: hr@town.canton.ma.us
Fax: 781-575-6602
AA/EEO
Young Adult Services Librarian
DEFINITION
Position is responsible for managing programs and resources of interest and importance to young adults, working collaboratively with staff, volunteers and patrons to create a learning environment and coordinate activities. Work includes providing advice and instructions to patrons in the retrieval and evaluation of information and the effective use of library resources and technologies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Plans, promotes, coordinates, conducts and provides library services and programs that respond to needs of young adults and encourages young adult reading and participation in library services and programs.
- Evaluates young adult collection for currency, balance in cultural diversity and reading accessibility and relevance to curricular needs, personal and library interests; selecting appropriate materials and resources. Performs acquisition and cataloguing of young adult materials; maintains catalog integrity and inventory control of young adult collection.
- May work with Friends of the Library to enlist support for programs related to young adults. Recommends service providers or other program resources; designs and produces print and online press releases and promotional materials; schedules support staff and volunteers; procures and provides refreshments; records attendance statistics.
- Provides guidance on school assignments and instruction in effective research methods using print, electronic and online resources; instructs patrons in interpreting search results and evaluating informational content.
- Acts as liaison with and develops partnerships among middle and secondary school and community organizations to coordinate programs and services, provide mutual support. Maintains awareness of school assignments and curricular resource needs.
- May assist with scheduling public meetings and program spaces, public workstations and providing information and logistical resources to patrons.
- Performs reference, circulation and inter-library loan procedures. May register new borrowers, reserve materials, explain library programs, procedures and policies to patrons, respond to all requests, inquiries and/or complaints, collect fees and reconcile patron records.
- Provides training and instruction to support staff; acts for and in the absence of other staff librarians and may work with staff librarians on other related programs and services as required.
- Participates in consortium committees, monitors communications to implement and coordinate changes in policies and procedures.
- Participates in training workshops to develop appropriate knowledge, skills and abilities to improve services and adapt to change.
- Works at all public service desks and services as backup to other public departments as needed, responding to patron requests for Circulation reference, and instructional services.
- Responsible for securing the building in the absence of the custodian.
- Performs similar or related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Under general direction, employee plans and prioritizes the majority of work independently, in accordance with standard practices and previous training. Employee is expected to solve most problems of detail or unusual situations by adapting methods or interpreting instructions accordingly. Instructions for new assignments or special projects usually consist of statements of desired objectives, deadlines and priorities. Technical and policy problems or changes in procedures are discussed with supervisor.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
The supervisor, as a regular and continuing part of the job, is accountable for the quality and quantity of work done by subordinates and assures the accomplishment of the assigned work in the prescribed manner. The incumbent gives advice and instruction on both administrative and work matters; informs subordinates of organizational policies, goals and procedures; resolves employee complaints and recommends disciplinary actions, such as oral warnings and reprimands; has substantial responsibility for technical soundness of subordinates' work.
ACCOUNTABILITY
The nature of the professional or technical work means that errors in analysis, techniques or recommendations would probably be difficult to detect. Consequences of errors, missed deadlines or poor judgment could result in excessive costs, delay of service delivery, or legal repercussions.
JUDGMENT
The work requires examining, analyzing and evaluating facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems, situations or transactions, and determining actions to be taken within the limits of standard or accepted practices. Guidelines include a large body of policies, professional principles, practices and precedents which may be complex or conflicting, at times. Judgment is used in analyzing specific situations to determine appropriate actions. Employee is expected to weigh efficiency and relative priorities in conjunction with procedural concerns in decision making. Requires understanding, interpreting and applying federal, state and local regulations.
COMPLEXITY
The work consists of the practical application of a variety of concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to a professional or technical field. Assignments typically involve evaluation and interpretation of factors, conditions or unusual circumstances; inspecting, testing or evaluating compliance with established standards or criteria; gathering, analyzing and evaluating facts or data using specialized fact finding techniques; or determining the methods to accomplish the work.
NATURE AND PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
Relationships are constantly with co-workers, the public, groups and/or individuals such as peers from other organizations, vendors, and representatives of professional organizations. The employee serves as a spokesperson or recognized authority of the organization in matters of substance or considerable importance, including departmental practices, procedures, regulations or guidelines. May be required to discuss controversial matters where tact is required to avoid friction and obtain cooperation.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Employee has access to sensitive, private and confidential information in the performance of their duties.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in Library and Information Science from accredited college or university or have completed at least two-thirds of the required credits and be currently enrolled in the graduate program. One to three years of library experience or a related area or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have the ability to obtain certification from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, AND SKILLS
Knowledge : Knowledge of operations, policies and procedures in all service areas of the Library; knowledge of cultural and technological trends among young adults; knowledge of print, media, and digital resources that support high school and college curricula and literary interests of young adults. Must have knowledge of Library sciences and library management principles. Must maintain current awareness of trends in libraries and changes in technology.
Abilities : Ability to listen, analyze and respond appropriately to the needs of patrons, resolve conflicts with tact and diplomacy, maintain harmonious working relationships, skill in applying reference and instruction techniques to patrons of various ages and abilities; ability to work closely with and communicate effectively with all age groups, particularly young adults; ability to manage multiple tasks through frequent interruptions, paying attention to details; and flexibility to adapt to changing roles quickly.
Skills : Technology, oral and written communication and customer service skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment involves everyday discomforts typical library. Noise and disruptive behavior of patrons may be distracting. Incumbent may be required to work beyond normal business hours in response to emergency situations or to attend special programs.
PHYSICAL, MOTOR, AND VISUAL SKILLS
Physical Skills
Physical demands are required to perform much of the work. The work involves periods of standing, with intermittent periods of reaching, stooping, and walking. May be required to lift or move objects such as book trucks, boxes of books, office supplies, and office supplies and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
Motor Skills
Duties are largely mental rather than physical, but the job may occasionally require minimal motor skills for activities such as moving objects, using office equipment, including but not limited to telephones, personal computers, handheld technology, and other office equipment.
Visual Skills
Visual demands require routinely reading documents for general understanding and analytical purposes and viewing a computer monitor.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Library and Information Science from accredited college or university or have completed at least two-thirds of the required credits and be currently enrolled in the graduate program. One to three years of library experience or a related area or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to obtain certification from Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
Special Requirements
Please send cover letter, resume and Town Application to:
Meredith Hartling, HR Generalist
801 Washington Street, 2nd Floor
Canton, MA 02021
Email: hr@town.canton.ma.us
Fax: 781-575-6602
AA/EEO