MADISON, CITY OF (WI)
invites applications for the position of:
Community Engagement Librarian
SALARY: $1,982.83 /BiWeekly
COMP. GROUP/RANGE: 33/01
JOB TYPE: PERMANENT FULL TIME
DEPARTMENT: Library
OPENING DATE: 10/11/16
CLOSING DATE: 10/30/16 11:59 PM
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
About the Job:
The Community Engagement Librarian at the Goodman South Madison Library will be the face of the library in the vibrant South Madison area. This position will focus on working with the many community organizations in the neighborhood such as the Urban League, Access Health, Planned Parenthood, Centro Hispano, numerous churches and small businesses, and neighborhood residents to identify community needs and develop library services and programs to meet those needs. The Community Engagement Librarian will provide general leadership for the library staff, helping to coordinate the efforts of staff and provide training, when necessary. This position will also provide reference assistance at a busy, all ages desk where an emphasis is placed on technology assistance, job help, seeking information to meet basic needs, and engaging children and families.
About You:
You have a passion for working with the community and developing relationships with people and organizations. You can plan and carry out programs and services. You have a deep commitment to principles of racial equity, inclusion, and social justice. You have a complete understanding of library practices and principles. You can provide high-quality service to customers at an all-ages Help Desk. You are a good communicator, both in writing and in speech. You can coordinate the efforts of paraprofessional, clerical, and hourly staff and volunteers.
About the Madison Public Library:
The Madison Public Library is an award-winning library system, dedicated to celebrating ideas, promoting creativity, connecting people, and enriching lives. Working for Madison Public Library means working alongside a highly talented and truly outstanding group of people. And, we don't just excel in traditional library services: The Bubbler has received national attention for taking the makerspace concept into new and exciting directions; our youth services librarians are working with nurses to incorporate literacy into in-home prenatal care visits; and librarians lead four of the City of Madison's Neighborhood Resource Teams. Our spaces also shine, with a new community kitchen supporting youth nutrition and community meals at our Meadowridge Library, while the fully equipped Media Lab in our Central Library uses experts in the field to teach everything from audio engineering to video game design to Photoshop. Madison Public Library is bigger than our buildings, though – our focus is community engagement and empowerment – both within and outside the library walls. We are in the business of changing lives.
Librarian 1
This is the entry level of the professional librarian career progression series. This work is initially characterized by more structured assignments, and/or is more closely reviewed, until the employee gains requisite operational skills and program familiarity. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Library Supervisor. This series is structured to provide advancement from Librarian 1 to Librarian 2 (consistent with City policy).
IMPORTANT: THERE ARE TWO SUPPLEMENTAL ESSAY TYPE QUESTIONS ON THE JOB POSTING. YOU MUST ANSWER BOTH QUESTIONS AND ATTACH YOUR ANSWERS TO THOSE QUESTIONS IN THE ATTACHMENT SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED WITHOUT THE RESPONSES WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD IN THE PROCESS.
To view the questions, click on the supplemental question tab OR view the bottom section of the job bulletin.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop a platform and service models focused on lifelong learning
• Facilitate connections between learners and instructors from a variety of environments and organizations to build inclusive communities
• Ensure equitable provision of learning resources and opportunities
• Lead staff in developing culturally competent models for learning services
• Plan and deliver library programs and services to a broad range of community members, both within and outside the library.
• Provide direct services to customers at an all-ages Ask Desk. Select, craft and execute a diverse programming repertoire.
• Coordinate paraprofessional, clerical and hourly staff and volunteers. Prioritize and monitor staff work activities. Hire pages, clerks and library assistants.
• Perform related work as assigned.
For the exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, please reference the Librarian 1 classification specification on-line at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/madisonwi/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=829972&headerfooter=0
For more information about the Madison Public Library and its programs, please visit:
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from an accredited library school with a master's degree in library or information science.
If an applicant does not possess the specific requirements outlined above, HR will review the application materials to determine if the applicant possesses the following equivalent experience:
Four years experience in applying the following:
• Library science theories, principles, practices, and terminology applicable to a public library and community engagement.
Two years experience in applying the following:
• Automated and manual library systems.
• Computer software applicable to the duties of the position.
Familiarity with the following:
• Project management principles and practices.
• Best practices in program assessment, racial equity and social justice.
Ability to:
• Develop and maintain relationships with community partners.
• Perform as a leader and as a collaborative team member.
• Apply research and professional reading to practice.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in making choices on the spot.
• Maintain a flexible approach to assignments and schedules.
• Multi-task while remaining accessible and helpful.
The City of Madison strives to provide exceptional customer service to all its citizens and visitors. Therefore successful candidates will have demonstrated ability to effectively work with multicultural communities.
For a complete list of the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities, please see the class specification at this link:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/madisonwi/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=829972&headerfooter=0
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Requirements:
Employees in this position must be able to lift/carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds (equivalent to a bucket of books) and must be capable of pushing wheeled carts of books and other materials weighing up to 200 pounds onto and off elevators, and across carpeted areas. In addition, they must be able to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach overhead, and repeatedly lift books weighing as much as three pounds.
*The payroll title is Librarian 1.
THE CITY OF MADISON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER FUNCTIONING UNDER AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN. WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE OF COLOR, WOMEN AND INDIVIDUALS WITH A DISABILITY TO APPLY.
It is your responsibility to list all related jobs, correct dates of employment, average number of hours worked per week, etc. Be sure to place the complete job title on your application. If you wish to provide additional or supplemental information, please provide a resume in addition to the formal application. If you are still employed please indicate this. Failure to provide accurate and complete information may result in you not being considered for this position.
All applicants are notified by email of the status of their application in each selection process. Those applicants invited to exams will receive an email notice of the date, time, and location. Alternate exam dates/times are not available except in the case of an emergency. Emergency situations are reviewed on an individual basis. Conflicting work hours are not considered an emergency. Exams are job specific and are developed based on the duties to be performed and the criteria listed under the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities section of the job announcement . Exam results are generally available within 2 weeks of the exam, and will be emailed or may be accessed through your NEOGOV account. Due to the volume of exams given by our office, exam scores are not available via telephone.
As an employer, the City of Madison places a strong emphasis on customer service and strives to provide a working environment where: Engagement and equity are supported; Diversity and differing opinions are valued; Teamwork and open and honest communication are encouraged; Meeting customer needs through quality service is a common goal; Creativity is encouraged; Continuous learning and improvement is fostered. Come be a part of the team!
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.cityofmadison.com/hr
210 Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd.
CCB Rm 501
Madison, WI 53703
608-266-4615
hr@cityofmadison.com
Position #2016-00326
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT LIBRARIAN