Library - Substitute Reference Librarian; Lirary

The substitute salary is $21.03 an hour ($5,257.50 annually) for this position.

This is a substitute position, on an as-needed basis and is not eligible for benefits.

Substitute Reference Librarian position provides reader's advisory and reference services, programming, and assistance to patrons of all ages in the use of library resources and equipment at the Central Library. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Supervising Reference Librarian or Branch Manager.

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This position performs responsible professional work providing reader’s advisory and reference services, programming, and assistance to patrons of all ages in the use of library resources and equipment at a branch of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL). Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Supervising Reference Librarian or Branch Manager. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The JMRL retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Provides direct customer service to public by staffing reference desk, conducting reference interviews and internet searches, and locating items in various formats.
• Assists patrons with photocopying, printing, scanning and faxing materials.
• Provides personal device and public computer assistance and training through scheduled individual tutoring sessions and providing limited point-of-need service to help patrons apply for employment and social services, fill out paperwork, print documents, participate in email and social media, gain confidence with Microsoft Office products, and access and use library electronic resources.
• Responds to phone calls, emails, texts, and chats to provide equitable access to information.
• Provides reference and reader’s advisory for patrons of all ages online and in person.
• Performs some general department and/or branch duties.
• May prepare teacher loans and patron subject requests as assigned.
• Assists in collection management and maintenance by noticing gaps and outdated or irrelevant materials; participates in weeding and planning for space needs and collection arrangement.
• May script, record and edit content for system-wide podcasts; may conduct interviews, write book talks, research community issues and brainstorm listener engagement.
• May write and edit blog posts; attend book club meetings, transcribe discussions, and research other relevant articles, books, and media to present within blog.
• Plans, promotes, and conducts high quality library programing.
• Designs flyers and promotional materials for library events, as well as resources for programming, using graphic design tools.
• May be asked to perform Interlibrary Loan (ILL) functions including verifying, processing requests, organizing, and maintaining ILL records, gathering statistics, and contacting patrons.
• Assists in selecting materials for the collection.
• Sets up, troubleshoots, and performs routine maintenance of reference computers including software and printers.
• Plans and coordinates electronic resources and assists in promoting and providing digital services.
• Responds to JMRL web email.
• Oversees use of OCLC.
• Trains staff and public in using electronic resources including conducting workshops, preparing handouts, brochures, and other instructional materials.
• Occasionally fills in when the manager is absent.
• Works a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings, and weekends.

• Specialized assigned duties may include volunteer coordination, periodicals management, and ILL service.
• May serve at multiple public service desks as assigned.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of JMRL equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.