ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides reference and instructional services in individual and group settings using print and electronic information sources.
• Plans, publicizes and implements adult programs and displays that provides opportunity for information, entertainment and lifelong learning.
• Creates library publications, including bibliographies, guides and Web-based resources.
• Participates in collection development of the reference and circulating collection, through selection and weeding in assigned subject area.
• Instructs patrons in the use of the OPAC, the library databases and other search sources.
• Contributes to the evaluation and development of reference services and collections.
• Maintains current awareness and use of emerging information and library technologies.
• Promotes library collections, technology and services through presentations, programs, and displays.
• Provides readers advisory.
• Retrieves periodicals and other library materials from closed stack areas.
• Maintains discipline and order in the library
• Maintains basic circulation skills.
• Prepares reports as assigned.
• Assists in other departments as required.
• Attends appropriate meetings.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Travel may be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of reference tools, both print and electronic.
• Must be able to attend required training sessions.
• Ability to work a schedule which includes evening and weekend assignments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to speak before groups, good telephone voice and technique.
• Excellent public service attitude – empathy for people and their needs, pleasant, friendly, helpful, patient, tactful, etc.
• Aptitude for working with computers and other equipment.
• Ability to work with detail
• Ability to maintain composure under stress
• Ability to communicate the library’s services and policies to patrons
• Ability to follow instructions and work with a minimum of supervision
• Ability to work harmoniously with coworkers and patrons.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• List the physical demands that are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential function of the job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Frequently standing simultaneously using hand, wrist and fingers.
• Occasional sitting, walking, stooping, bending, squatting, reaching overhead or in front of body, and traveling to outside meetings and engagements.
• Conveying up to 15 pounds.  Frequently talking and hearing ordinary conversation in person or by phone in a quiet but sometimes noisy environment.

EDUCATIONM CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING

• ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science required.
• Must qualify for Librarian Certificate 3 (LC3) or higher.
• Must maintain current certification by completing a minimum of 50 Library Educational Units every 5 years, consistent with Indiana State Library regulations.

Position open until filled.