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05/26The Provo City Library is looking for a part-time Librarian to perform entry-level professional work in the Reference division providing programs, activities, and general services for library patrons. Civic-minded, qualified applicants interested in supporting the Provo City community by performing the work described here are encouraged to apply.Job Details
What is the compensation?
Pay Rate: $19.00 - $24.96 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great benefits: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.
What are the main duties?
Provide general patron assistance with library systems and technology.
Conduct reference and Reader’s Advisory interviews in person or on the phone.
Assist in collection development through the review, selection, acquisition, and cataloging of materials that meet the library’s mission and goals.
Provide assistance in planning and executing library programs, activities, and services.
Assist in developing and creating various promotional ideas and materials to enhance programs, activities, and services.
Read professional journals and perform research.
Attend conferences, seminars, and other training sessions.
Conduct library tours.
Attend staff meetings and perform other related duties as required.
What are the minimum requirements?
Provo City accepts equivalent combinations of job-related education and/or professional library experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities [substituting each 1 year of post-secondary education/training for 6 months of full-time experience].
Bachelor’s degree.
OR 2 years of professional librarian experience.
Spanish language skills preferred.
What are the hours?
24 hours per week, Monday through Saturday. Will require working evening and weekend hours. Actual hours to be discussed during the interview.
What are the physical and environmental factors?
This position requires travel to other libraries or public schools, pushing book carts, bending and shifting to rearrange library materials, long periods of answering telephones and data entry, standing or sitting at a computer or desk for long periods, communicating with a wide variety of patrons, occasional heavy lifting and carrying of library materials, and performing other varied physical activities associated with the essential job duties. Requires extensive verbal and auditory skills for communicating with a broad variety of patrons. This work is inside in an open area subject to constant public contact, telephone calls, and frequent noise. May include exposure to high-stress situations or environments, including, contact with the public in confrontational or unpleasant circumstances and other stressful conditions related to the workplace.
What is the selection process?
Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.
If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.
Why Provo City?
Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. It has been ranked as the #1 Best Performing City (For a Third Consecutive Year!) in 2023 by the Milken Institute. Visit provo.gov to learn more!
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