Librarian – Reference; PT

Position Title:

Librarian – Reference (PT)

Job Posting Closing Date: 10/22

Provo City is looking for a part-time Librarian to perform entry‑level professional library service providing programs, activities, and general services for library patrons. Qualified, civic‑minded individuals are encouraged to apply.

What is the compensation?

Pay Rate: $19.00 – $24.96 hourly

Part‑time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following perks:

• Free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park
• Free Provo City Library Card
• 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only)
• Discounts from various local and national vendors

• Assist patrons in selecting, locating, and using materials and equipment, including automated catalog and circulation systems and printed and online indexes and reference titles.
• Assist patrons with basic computer and technology use.
• Answer specific informational requests.
• Conduct reference and Reader’s Advisory interviews in person or on the phone.
• Create bibliographies and booklists to assist patrons with research/reference materials and to offer suggestions for various reading interests.
• Resolve problems or refer to proper authority for resolution.
• Assist in collection development through the review, selection, acquisition, and cataloging of materials that meet the library’s mission and goals.
• Assist in planning and executing library programs, activities, and services.
• Assist in developing and creating various promotional ideas and materials to enhance programs, activities, and services.
• Read professional journals.
• Perform research.
• Maintain regular contact with other employees, the general public, local schools, and other public libraries.
• Attend conferences, seminars, and other training sessions.
• Provide general patron assistance.
• Conduct library tours.
• Troubleshoot general office machinery and automated peripheral equipment problems.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree, OR 2 years of professional librarian experience, OR an equivalent combination of job‑related education and/or professional library experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities (substituting each 1 year of post‑secondary education/training for 6 months of full‑time experience).
• Requires extensive verbal and auditory skills for communicating with a broad variety of patrons.
• A valid, lawful driver license.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

This position is approximately 24 hours a week, Monday‑Saturday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Actual schedule to be determined by hiring manager based on department need.

Requires travel to other libraries or public schools, pushing book carts, bending and shifting to rearrange library materials, long periods of answering telephones and data entry, standing or sitting at a computer or desk for long periods, communicating with a wide variety of patrons, occasional heavy lifting and carrying of library materials, and performing other varied physical activities associated with the essential job duties.

Work is inside in an open area subject to constant public contact, telephone calls, and frequent noise. May include exposure to high‑stress situations or environments, including contact with the public in confrontational or unpleasant circumstances and stressful conditions related to the workplace.

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening held on October 23, 2025. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non‑disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well‑being, and as a beautiful place to live. Provo has been awarded the “Best Performing City” three years in a row, and we were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by Wallet Hub for 2025. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time/Part Time:
Part time

Position Type:
Regular

Scheduled

Hours:

24