Position: Educational Services Librarian
Location: Redding Library in Redding, California
Status: Full Time
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Education Services Librarian
Redding Library
The Shasta Public Libraries is located in beautiful Northern California, serving a population of approximately 180,000 residents. Shasta Public Libraries consist of three branch locations; Redding, Burney, and Anderson.
While regular librarian duties will be performed, this position is for educational services specifically. Duties include but are not limited to the running of our School Library Card Project with the goal of getting every student in Shasta County a library card. Our library provides many opportunities for outreach, programming and professional development.
The Librarian 1 is the entry level position to the Librarian job family. The Librarian 1 works alongside members of the Library Management Team and with other key stakeholders to develop policies, procedures, workflows and sustainable approaches for a variety of library programs and services. With more senior Librarian or Director oversight, works both independently and with other staff to execute small to large scale projects.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinates and executes a variety of programs and initiatives for for the library
- Evaluates basic statistical data and prepares basic statistical reports and surveys for the library, LS&S management and other entities, i.e. local government/customers
- Processes, creates and edits bibliographic and item records for the library catalog
- Maintains and updates the library social media presence and webpage and may support social media of other branches
- Provides reference and computer help to patrons
- Serves on committees and at times may serve as the chairperson for committees
- May handle opening and closing responsibilities; counting money, completing daily cash reports
Qualifications:
- MLS or MLIS degree required
- 1 year librarian experience preferred
- Proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of online library databases and services
- Excellent customer service skills
- Excellent communication skills– both verbal and written
- Able to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, evenings and weekends
Join Library Systems & Services (LS&S) and enjoy the flexibility, support, and values that come with being part of the nation’s third largest library network. In our unique company, you will find an abundance of opportunities and satisfaction as you:
* Join a caring community of people who love libraries
* Share insights with highly credible library professionals, many with MLS degrees
* Become a trusted partner to our libraries communities
* Effect positive change for libraries and library science
Being a library professional is a way of life – so we believe in making our employees’ lives as rewarding as possible. Some of the programs we offer our employees include:
*Medical, dental, and vision coverage * Tuition reimbursement * Short & long term disability coverage *401K retirement plan * Critical illness policy * Dependent daycare plan * Life insurance policies
Company Overview:
LS&S is the premier and most respected provider of library management and data services to state and federal Government Agencies. We partner with our library clients to provide world class service and professional expertise; protecting their library investment. With a proven track record, we utilize a team approach - providing accountable, unique and responsive solutions to delight library users. With already over 80 locations across the United States, LS&S is on a rapid growth pattern with plans for expanding our business.
EEO:
Employment with LS&S is strictly contingent upon the successful completion of our extensive background and reference check process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.