SUMMARY:  Under general supervision, performs skilled and advanced duties in the operation of the library’s programs and services.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISITICS: It is distinguished by the next lower-level class by having the responsibility of technical and complex library duties.   This position reports to the Assistant Library Director

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:   Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Issues library cards, checks materials in and out, aids with use of library equipment
• Assists patrons with information inquiries. Conducts internet and microfilm searches, locates reference material, and delivers information in person or electronically
• Assists in managing and implementing online services for the library.  
• Markets library services including maintaining content for the library newsletter, website, and social media.
• Works with local organizations to promote library services
• Develops and implements library programming for the public
• Contribute to reporting for grants and other sources of funding to maintain and expand services
• Assists with training and providing direction to volunteers
• Oversees the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) program, including communicating with organizations for materials
• Receives, catalogs, and processes materials. Researches, identifies and resolves problems with cataloged records and processed materials.
• Assists with maintenance of library collection, including ordering and weeding materials
• Orders materials and tracks budget expenditures
• Shelves materials and maintains shelves in appropriate order
• Collects fines and payments
• Performs other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses:

• Associate’s degree preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent GED certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Two (2) years of public library work experience.
• Two (2) years’ customer service experience
• OR an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of cataloging rules and standards and alpha and numeric filing systems.
• Knowledge of basic research methods and record keeping.
• Skill in project organization
• Skill in reviewing and preparing reports and records.
• Skill in monitoring the disbursement of funds.
• Skill in operating a personal computer
• Skill in operating personal electronic devices and software applications including integrated library systems (ILS).
• Skill in verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Skill in working with the public
• Skill in public speaking and presentations.