Branch Librarian; PT Martin County Library; Truman, MN

Martin County Library - Truman
101 East Ciro Street
Truman, MN 56088, USA

• Pay or shift range: $23.34 USD to $31.74 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Martin County is currently accepting applications for a part‑time Branch Librarian for the Truman, MN branch location. This position is scheduled twenty (20) hours per week, Monday through Friday, 1:30 PM until 5:30 PM.

The Branch Librarian is solely responsible for the operations of a branch library under the supervision of the Library Director, including circulation, reference and interlibrary loan as well as planning and implementing activities for all patrons.

• Assists patrons in all aspects of library use, including patrons with varying socioeconomic backgrounds and intellectual abilities. Advises patrons on how to find materials using the online catalog and within the library itself. Assists patrons with the use of e‑collections and public access computers.
• Uses the library’s automated system to fulfill library functions including circulation, reference, and interlibrary loan. Includes issuing library cards and processing library fees.
• Shelves all library materials, keeps the library in good order and processes the mail. Enforces library policy and responds to alarms as necessary. Maintains awareness of patron activity and responds accordingly.
• Plans and executes the summer reading programs, story time, contests, adult reading programs and other programs promoting the library.
• Tracks and reports statistics and records pertaining to the branch.
• Conducts outreach marketing highlighting the services of the library known to the community through publicity releases, window displays, and presentations, in coordination with the library director.
• Opens and closes library in a timely manner.
• Maintains order in the library. Maintains awareness of patron activity and responds accordingly. Responds to alarms as necessary. Enforces library policy.
• Performs other work‑related duties as required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel so classified.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Less than one year of progressive experience in related field along with the skills, knowledge and abilities required.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Considerable knowledge of the library’s customer service function and the ability to respond to and serve patrons in an effective, efficient and helpful manner.
• Considerable knowledge of general library operations.
• Ability to operate computers, tablets and mobile devices and other general office equipment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ability to learn new software programs and web‑based systems as necessary.
• Ability to plan and execute theme related reading programs.
• Ability to adapt with frequent interruptions throughout the completion of duties.

The qualifications listed above are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job.

• Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, and achieves results with limited oversight.
• Follows instructions and adheres to all County policies and procedures as required.
• Maintains an acceptable record of work attendance and punctuality in accordance with County and Department requirements.

• Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain working relationships to produce results, and a work environment that builds rapport and trust.
• Communicates professionally and effectively with internal and external customers through spoken and written correspondence, including emails. Listens well; respects viewpoints different than own.
• Contributes knowledge,…