Classified Ad Title:
Reference Librarian

Post Date
7/1/2025

Expiration Date
8/9/2025

Details:
PAY SCALE: Library Associate III

Wages and terms of employment are covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the Portage County District Library (PCDL) and District 1199, SEIU.

HOURS: Average of 20 hours per week, includes some evenings and weekends. Hourly, non-exempt, bargaining unit.

JOB PURPOSE: To educate and assist patrons to use the Library to its fullest extent.

QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate four (4) year degree and applicable experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of library policies and procedures; operation of automated library equipment; computer operation and functions including data processing. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; plan, schedule and organize work; prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports; communicate effectively in written and oral form; answer routine inquiries from public; develop good rapport with library patrons, supervisors and co-workers.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES: Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and stand on kick-stool.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: (The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification).

70% REFERENCE AND COLLECTION MANAGEMENT DUTIES

*Determines and ascertains information and materials needed by patrons and recommends book selection based on patron requests.
*Assists patrons in locating library materials and responds to patron reference questions;
*Instructs patrons in library computer use and supervises Internet usage.
*Maintains pamphlet file and other files as assigned.
*Conducts evaluation of reference materials;
*Notifies and documents reference needs to Branch Manager;
*Coordinates updating of library periodicals;
*Oversees updating of editions and repairs as needed;
*Reads reviews of materials such as Booklist, Library Journal, or other professional journals offered by PCDL and recommends book selection.
*Prepares, presents, and assists with patron programs as assigned.

20% CIRCULATION RELATED DUTIES
*Checks library materials in/out to patrons on automated system;
*Responds to patron questions about library materials and services such as interlibrary loans.
*Answers telephones;
*Directs patrons to appropriate area of the library;
*Issues library cards;
*Places patron holds on material
*Collects Patron fines.
*Distributes Golden Buckeye applications and voter registration materials;
Maintains records as assigned.

10% MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES
Shelves library materials;
Attends staff meetings, workshops, in-service training, and serves on committees, as requested;
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Percentages may vary based on allocated hours.

*Denotes essential function of the job.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Applications received before Saturday; July 26, 2025 will receive first consideration. Position is open until filled.

Contact:
Angela Young

Work Phone:
330-527-5082 x229

Email:
hr@portagelibrary.org

Website:
https://www.portagelibrary.org/employment-13184