Librarian (Adult Services Digital Literacy & Youth Services)

$80,974 - $99,424/Yr

City of Palo Alto - Palo Alto, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Palo Alto, CA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

Join us in enriching the lives of Palo Alto residents through engaging library services! The Palo Alto City Library is looking for two dynamic Librarians who are innovative, organized, and enjoy conducting public library programming. If you are passionate about community outreach, consider joining our team in the Adult Technology and Youth Services divisions. These positions will collaborate closely with our management team and professional staff to craft and coordinate cutting-edge programs and services that amplify our library's impact in the community. The Youth Services Librarian will be instrumental in developing captivating programs and services for children spanning from infancy to young adulthood. This role demands creativity, effective communication skills, and a dedication to advancing literacy and lifelong learning among our young patrons, providing a significant opportunity to demonstrate your enthusiasm for inspiring young minds and nurturing a love for reading and learning. The Adult Services Digital Literacy Librarian will lead efforts to expand our library's services through high-quality programs and support for adult patrons, focusing on serving retiree/elderly-age customers, marginalized and underserved groups, recently immigrated community members, and anyone interested in leveraging technology to enrich their lives. This position will also collaborate with our Digital Services Team on our award-winning Reboot Service technology and digital literacy programs. If you thrive on exploring new technologies and helping others navigate the digital world, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact. If you are a self-directed, experienced, and forward-thinking library professional who is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community and passionate about shaping library services and programs to meet the evolving needs of our diverse community, we encourage you to apply today.

Responsibilities

• Conducts library programs for children and adults; conducts tours and classes.
• Conducts reference interviews and analyzes, interprets and answers inquiries utilizing resources in Palo Alto Libraries as well as other libraries and the community, referring unusual questions to a Senior Librarian (Librarian II) or supervisor; assists customers in use of facility including catalog, indexes, reference books and technology.
• Performs library programming, including planning, coordination, promotion and the implementation of programs; cooperates with other City Departments, community and library groups with program co-sponsorship.
• Prepares displays to market the library's collection; writes regular newsletter articles, book reviews and program announcements for e-newsletters and publications; assists with social media.
• Maintains library web pages; updates online calendars; contributes calendar items to community organizations and databases.
• Selects and de-selects library materials in one or more subject areas based on knowledge of budget available, collection size, analysis of community usage patterns and other criteria; processes discarded materials.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Library and Information Science or related education preferred.
• Basic knowledge of public library collections, serial organization, standard reference materials, principles of library cataloging and classification, programs for children, philosophy of public service and book selection principles required as they relate to particular assignment.
• Knowledge of databases and online references sources.
• Knowledge of social media and technology.
• Ability to work effectively with public and co-workers in variety of circumstances.
• Ability to work varied schedules including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Ability to use independent and sound judgment to resolve problems.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex data both orally and in writing in English to public and staff.
• Ability to train and direct work of temporary, clerical, paraprofessional and/or volunteer employees.
• Ability to interpret and apply procedures and policies of the library, organize work assignments, recognize priorities, understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to use computer terminal effectively, learn to use Library computer systems and teach public use of computers and audio-visual equipment.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned office equipment.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills are highly desired.
• Experience in social media management.

Benefits

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Comprehensive compensation plan
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Two to five weeks vacation annually depending on years of service
• 96 hours annual sick leave
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare expenses
• Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% at 60 formula for Classic Employees
• Retiree Medical benefits for employee and dependents after 10 years of service