Classified Ad Title:
Teen Librarian - Cuyahoga Falls Library
Post Date
1/23/2023
Expiration Date
3/23/2023
Details:
Do you enjoy providing top-rated customer service? Are you enthusiastic about helping teens and adults? Do you want to be part of an all-star team that offers a valuable resource for the community? We have an opening for a Full-time Teen Librarian at Cuyahoga Falls Library.
The Cuyahoga Falls Library’s mission is to connect people with the world of ideas, information, and imagination by providing access and professional guidance to resources that inform, entertain and enrich.
This position assists in accomplishing that mission by:
Providing information and reader’s advisory service in person, over the telephone, by email, and by chat.
Plans and conducts teen programs and displays.
Assists and instructs the public in the use of the library’s collection and equipment, including the use of the catalog and the Internet/
Assists with the development of the teen collection and outreach.
May serve as Person In Charge (PIC).
Education/Experience
A Master’s of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience and within six credits of graduating with a Master’s of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university.
Essential Functions/Knowledge of the Position
Enthusiastic about excellent customer service for internal and external customers
Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing
Cooperative, flexible, reliable, and positive attitude
Works well independently and as a team member
Plans, implements, and evaluates appropriate teen programming that is responsive to service area demographics and community demand; for and with teens so that programming educates, informs, and inspires
Assists in developing the teen collection for and with teen patrons based on teen needs and interests
Works with community partners to provide outreach services to teens
Provides information and reader’s advisory service in person, over the telephone, by email, and by chat to adults and teens
Advises and assists adults and teens in their use and evaluation of library materials and information sources
Actively promotes and markets the use of the Library and library resources/programs
Confidence, experience, and ability to instruct in the use of various forms of technology, including digital devices and MakerSpace equipment
Willingness to explore and research solutions to software and hardware problems as they arise
Participates in library committees
Assists departmental staff with various tasks and projects as directed
Collaborates with other departments as necessary
Participates in staff meetings and attends training as required
Skills and Abilities
Interpret and apply the Library’s regulations, policies, and procedures
Organize and prioritize multiple tasks
Carry out instructions in written and oral form
Define problems and work within the chain of authority and with available resources
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Skill in operating a personal computer, PC applications, and use of electronic resources as used in libraries
Ability to maintain awareness of ongoing technological advances and how they apply to the public
Search the Internet and electronic databases
Respond to the needs of various departments and staff members
Communicate effectively in written and oral form
Present a professional image
Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisor and co-workers
Continue obtaining new skills and knowledge
Maintain confidentiality
Demonstrate physical strength and flexibility necessary for the job
Exercise independent judgment and discretion
Prepare accurate documentation and reports
Maintain regular and reliable attendance, observing a flexible schedule as needed
Driver’s license and the ability to attend off-site outreach and other events
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, 37.5 hours a week. Days and hours of work vary by schedule. Evening and weekend work will be required. The pay is $18.91/hr.
Contact:
Elizabeth Wuest
Home Phone:
3309282117
Email:
employment@fallslibrary.org
Website:
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