Librarian

Overview

Perform a wide variety of professional library work within an assigned area of library operations including acquiring, cataloging and circulating material for a specific function of the library; provide a wide variety of public services to library patrons including reference services, web services, circulation and research activities; maintain library collection including the cataloging of books, films, records and other materials; and participate in various special programs including children's programs, youth programs or library educational programs;

may supervise, plan and coordinate the operations and activities of an assigned branch library or unit. May perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Perform a variety of professional tasks related to the circulation, acquisition or cataloging of library materials; assist in the processing and maintenance of library materials; provide assistance at public information desks within the library.
• Coordinate and review the work plan for assigned branch library or library unit services; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Perform circulation duties; check out materials; check in and prepare materials for return to the circulating collection; register new patrons.
• Provide a wide variety of public services to library patrons; assist in locating books and various other materials; instruct patrons in the use of computerized catalogs, Internet access and general library resources.
• Provide reference and reader advisory services utilizing a wide variety of reference tools including automated databases and other library technologies.
• Assist with the use and operation of various library hardware and software including computers, copiers, and communication technologies.
• Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of the library website, ILS, intranet, and Lib Guides. May provide training to library staff in creation and use of Lib Guides.
• Assist in the coordination of the library social media presence.
• Maintain and develop assigned library collection; remove outdated and unused materials; catalog and classify books.
• Evaluate library materials; recommend purchase of new materials; analyze library collection acquisition procedures; purchase materials to improve library acquisitions.
• Perform cataloging duties; create an original bibliographic record of book title; review and correct cataloged materials from other branches before distribution.
• Plan and participate in the provision of library programs; plan story times and reading programs; maintain and evaluate special children's collections.
• Conduct bibliographic searches; match bibliographic records to existing titles; copy catalog and edit bibliographic record to verify accurate information.
• Coordinate inter-library loan services; process requests and forms, and maintain necessary records according to established procedures.
• Prepare and maintain displays; create and implement seasonal and on-going programs and activities including volunteer participation.
• Input data into library computer systems; make corrections; add or delete entries on bibliographic records; correct author and subject entries.
• Promote library services and resources; give library tours to groups; prepare informational handouts for public distribution including calendars and flyers.
• Respond to patron in-person and telephone requests for library materials, services and information; assist patrons in completing requests for material not available in the local collection.

• Perform various clerical work; order and maintain supplies and equipment; type a variety of documents; answer phones; maintain files and records; operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, typewriter, telephone system, copy machine, facsimile machine and other related equipment.
• Give presentations and lectures to schools, citizens, educators, parents and various other patrons regarding library services and programs.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of statistical, financial and narrative reports.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in library or information science from an American Library Association (ALA) certified institution; and

Two (2) years of experience in an academic, public, school, special library, bookstore environment, direct customer service, or information services field.

• Lead or supervisory experience is preferred.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
• Possession of a City…