Youth Services Librarian

To perform professional library functions within the youth services program of the Library; to develop the youth services collection; to provide assistance, education and information to patrons on Library use and services; and to perform a variety of duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

This position is represented by AFSCME  (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees).

The following tasks are typical of positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of the tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

Youth Services Librarian for ages 0-12

1. Perform professional library functions within the youth services program of the Library; provide assistance to library patrons in locating various materials; explains use of automated catalog systems, indexes and databases; recommend materials to patrons using standard bibliographic sources; locate materials on the shelf.

2. Identify appropriate sources for obtaining books and other materials that the Library does not own; suggest resources from within the library's collection or from other libraries.

3. Research, evaluate and recommend the purchase of books and periodicals for the children's  services collection; maintain awareness of trends in book publishing through reading appropriate library and related journals.

4. Evaluate and recommend items for withdrawal from the children's services collection; analyze subject areas on a regular basis to ensure adequacy and currency of materials.

5. Initiate and oversee plans and preparations for seasonal and on-going programs and activities including story times, summer reading and related youth services programs; coordinate as appropriate with the Teen Services Librarian for programming; oversee and participate in the preparation and maintenance of displays.

6. Performs a variety of Outreach activities with schools and community organizations both inside and outside the library.

7. Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, telephone system, copy machine, facsimile machine and other related equipment.

8. May drive a motor vehicle to attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of library science and youth services.

9. Contribute to a positive work environment.
 
10. Maintain regular, predictable attendance and punctuality.
 
11. Perform other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.

Typical duties of this position include:

• community outreach & engagement;  
• grant writing and management;
• budget or project management
• collection development;  
• knowledge of library cataloging and classification theory 
• providing ready reference and/or reader’s advisory;
• small group instruction (15+ students);
• public speaking (40+ people);
• providing instruction and/or  troubleshooting for patrons in relation to computer hardware, software, or portable devices (including Overdrive support);
• social media content creation and /or some familiarity with graphic design principles 

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:  Master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university, or ability to obtain within six months of date of hire required.

Experience: Two years of experience working in a public library setting OR 2 years of paid experience working directly with children ages 0-12 preferably in a government setting (parks department, school district, DHS, Head Start, etc).

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bilingual in English/Spanish Language strongly preferred.
• Paid experience working with children ages 0-12 and their families preferred.
• Paid experience as a Librarian in a public library setting preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Environment: Incumbents work in a public library environment with exposure to computer screens. Incumbents in this position have extensive interactions with the general public.
Mobility: Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in a public library setting and operate office equipment; to walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time. Finger dexterity is needed to access,  enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate office equipment.
Vision, Hearing and Communication: Vision sufficient to read small printed documents, computer screens and other documents. Hearing and speech sufficient to communicate in person and over the telephone.
 
Selection Process
Submit completed City application online by the posted deadline. Appropriate documentation, including the City's Veteran Preference Form, verifying veteran status must be submitted if claiming veteran's preference. Applications will be screened through an evaluation of skills, experience and work history. Please note that the Education and Experience sections of the application must be filled out completely and truthfully. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application. Incomplete applications may be disqualified from the selection process. Selected candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process.  References will be checked on finalist. An offer of employment will be contingent upon having an acceptable driving and criminal record. 

Generally initial placement is near the beginning of the salary range. Qualifications, including related education, training and experience and other bona fide factors per Oregon's Pay Equity Act will be considered.

Position Status
This position is full-time and non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is represented by AFSCME (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees).
 
Please Note: This position is covered by Oregon PERS.

Please be sure to include in your application a valid email address you check frequently (including spam and junk folders), as candidates may be notified via email.