Librarian LU

Essential Functions:

• Provides high quality customer service
• Assists library staff and serves patrons as a resource in a specified area
• Plans programs, classes and activities for patrons and staff
• Prepares resources and materials for patron use
• Completes special projects
• Assists patrons with locating library materials and use of library resources including technology
• Leads Library Assistants L/U, Library Clerks L/U and Library Pages L/U
• Provides community librarianship to engage patrons through education outreach services

Desirables:
Experience in developing and providing programming and outreach to youth and families.

• Advises and assists patrons on the selection, organization and interpretation of library materials
• Participates in book selection for one or more major subject matter fields
• Drives and works on Bookmobile
• Plans, develops and conducts original programs and special projects
• Serves as lead and resource person to Library Assistants L/U, Library Clerks L/U, and Library Pages L/U
• Performs Library Assistant L/U, Library Page L/U and Library Clerk L/U duties as required
• Assists in implementing special projects
• Answers questions in person and using all types of communication media
• Makes presentations to community groups and schools, and directs tours of the library
• Conducts Research
• Performs collection maintenance
• Catalogs books, periodicals or other materials
• Performs related work

• Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
• Communicates with individuals in person and utilizes all types of communication media
• Travels to various locations
• Reviews information in both print and electronic formats
• Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping, squatting and climbing
• Lifts and carries items weighing up to 35 pounds
• Operates office and computer equipment and other technology

• Master's degree
• Library Science

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Must work a varied schedule
• Must be certified as a Public Librarian in the State of Kentucky (KRS 171.250).

• Master’s degree in other field deemed appropriate by department management for area of assignment