CRANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
LIBRARIAN I
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN
CENTRAL LIBRARY
Come work for an award-winning library system that values a commitment to public service and supports the professional development of its library staff. The Cranston Public Library is seeking an extraordinary candidate for the position of Librarian I: Reference Librarian. This position is supervised by the Coordinator of Adult and Information Services. This position provides Reference and readers' advisory services to the public at the Central Library including the delivery of information through a variety of digital formats. This is a full time 35 hour per week union position and is located at the Central Library.
The Cranston Public Library (CPL) system consists of a central library with five branch locations. CPL serves a population of 80,000 residents and is one of the busiest public libraries in Rhode Island. In 2016 CPL received the LibraryAware Community Award and in 2015 was named Library of the Year by the University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Library and Information Studies. CPL is a member of the Ocean State Libraries (OSL) consortium.
For more information on our library please visit: www.cranstonlibrary.org.
The Cranston Public Library is committed to creating and maintaining a staff that gives open expression to the Library’s organizational values and brings a rich diversity of peoples and talents to the accomplishment of the Library’s Mission.
The Cranston Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. The Library is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race or color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary Range begins at $44,070.92; $45,813.89 after a six-month probationary period.
Full benefits package including vacation, sick time, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance and retirement plan.
STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Under the supervision of the Coordinator of Adult and Information Services, this position provides Reference and readers' advisory services to the public at the Central Library including the delivery of information through a variety of digital formats. This is a 35 hour per week union position with some nights and weekends required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in Library Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association
- One year of experience preferred
- Ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Provides exemplary customer service.
- Provides Reference and Readers’ Advisory Services for the public, including the delivery of information through a variety of electronic formats.
- Instructs library users in the use of the online catalog, basic reference tools, and other library equipment and services.
- Participates in collection development and management.
- Operates, troubleshoots and provides instruction on all library-owned technology.
- Plans, creates, conducts and evaluates innovative library programs
- Assists in training and supervision of personnel assigned to Adult Services.
- Stays informed about professional and community developments affecting the library and librarianship. Participates in continuing education opportunities within and beyond the library system.
- Contributes to the library's social media presence and other marketing and outreach initiatives.
- Substitutes as needed at other library locations
- Acts as Person-in-Charge of the Central Library when assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Commitment to outstanding public service.
- Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and tools of library science in general and public library service, in particular.
- Knowledge of current technological applications for information access. Ability to utilize web-based and subscription databases.
- Knowledge of current and emerging technologies; including social media, tablets and mobile devices.
- Ability to promote and instruct in the use of library resources.
- Knowledge of basic computer troubleshooting including hardware and printers.
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of office applications.
- Knowledge of eReaders and eBooks platforms.
- Ability to function as a member of a team to achieve library goals and objectives.
- Ability to resolve conflict with staff and library users.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent public speaking skills.
- Ability to take initiative in improving existing work techniques and procedures.
- Ability to push carts and bins loaded with library materials.
- Ability to reach and retrieve library materials at high and low shelf heights.
- Experience with integrated library systems.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Experience using Innovative Millennium/Sierra ILS
This job description is intended to be a general guide to the duties and responsibilities of the job and is not intended to list every possible task that the staff member may be called upon to perform.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Resumes & cover letter received by Friday, August 11, 2017 will receive first consideration. Apply to Edward Garcia, Library Director at director@cranstonlibrary.org