Lake County Public library is seeking a librarian to provide friendly customer service and quality library service to the public at our Merrillville Branch.

 

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·         Plan, publicize and implement programs

·         Supervise, instruct, schedule and evaluate assigned staff

·         Provide reference, reader’s advisory and instructional services in individual and group settings using print and electronic sources

·         Promoting library collections, technology and services through presentations, programs, and displays

·         Promote library services through outreach activities such as school and community visits

·         Collection Development of the reference and circulating collection, through selecting and weeding; including the Indiana, Genealogy and Periodical collections

·         Assist patrons in selecting, locating and using library materials

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Assist with the physical security and maintenance of library and its equipment

·         Train staff in all branch and ILS procedures

·         Maintain discipline and order in the library

·         Perform circulation related functions as needed

·         Develop bibliographies, fliers, and brochures as needed

·         Substitute at branches as needed

·         Coordinate system-wide reports and statistics as assigned

·         Participate in professional meetings and workshops

·         Work a schedule that includes weekends and nights

·         Responsible for verifying that work time recorded on time sheets matches work time listed on official schedule

·         Perform all other duties as assigned

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience:

·         ALA accredited Master of Library Science degree or related field

·         Indiana Library Certificate III or higher is required within 6 months of employment

·         2 years of work experience is required

·         Library experience desirable

For a complete job description and how to apply please visit:
Https://www.lcplin.org/jobs-2577

PLEASE NO PHONE CALL INQUIRIES

Closing date: May 6, 2025, at Noon