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On-Call Reference Librarian
City of Springfield, MA —Springfield, MA
- $28.61 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Town Of Ellington —Ellington, CT
- $16.94 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Basic math
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The Town of Shrewsbury —Shrewsbury, MA
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Delaware County District Library —Delaware, OH
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On-Call Reference Librarian

City of Springfield, MA -
Springfield, MA

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Job Details

Part-time
$28.61 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree in library science
Master of Library & Information Science

Full Job Description

Position Purpose/Summary

Responsible for providing reference and resource information and material and programs to the general public for the City of Springfield's Library Department. Responsible for assisting patrons to find and use library materials or provide referral to other sources and other similar duties pertaining to the Information Services department. Work is performed in accordance with accepted practices and procedures in the field of library sciences related to reference and resource material with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent professional judgment under the general direction of the Branch Manager or Manager of Public Services who reviews work through observation, reports and conferences. Supervision maybe exercised over other employees.

Essential Functions

Provides reference and instructional services to the general public, branches and regional libraries. Monitors performance of the periodicals collection. Assists the Internet Services Librarian in web maintenance. Oversees the production of bibliographic aids and performs similar duties affecting system wide operations as required.
Participates in the common work of the department including outreach, books by mail, formal instruction, collection development, web development and maintenance, compilation of bibliographies and other reader advisory products, displays, etc.
Plans, schedules and implements bibliographic instruction and other programs for students, special interest groups or the general public in the use of library services and collection. Participates in system-wide staff training program.
Initiates and engages in special projects that analyze, design and develop special services for various diverse audiences. Participates individually or in work teams to make recommendations for new initiatives or changes in service as they relate to the overall operation of the reference desks.
Keeps abreast of developments and technological advances in the library field, current events, popular reading interests, and other issues necessary to maintaining awareness of public information needs. Conducts informal training of other personnel to increase awareness of methods and practices.
Performs routine tasks such a taking payments for microform copies, counting daily cash receipts, keeping statistics, re-filing and re-shelving ready-reference materials.
Performs other similar duties as responsibility and necessity dictate or requested by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of information provision theory and practice.
Specialized knowledge of reading interests and developmental stages of children and teens.
Ability to demonstrate vision, strategic thinking, collaboration and inclusive leadership skills, flexibility and adaptability and a willingness to embrace and drive change.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Creative problem solving skills.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree and completion of an American Library Association accredited Master of Library Science.
Two or more years of experience in a library environment.

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.

Medical/Dental/ Vision
75% City Subsidized
All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision

Retirement
Available to employees working 20+ hours per week

Paid Vacation
Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations.

Paid Holidays
All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Paid Sick Time
Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.

Paid Personal Days
Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.

Training
On the job and instructor led courses available

Employee Assistance Program
Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.

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