Full-Time Reference Librarian

2 days ago

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States City of Charlottesville, VA Full time
Job Title: Full-Time Reference Librarian

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Full-Time Reference Librarian to join our team at the Central Library in Charlottesville, VA.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will provide reference and reader's advisory services to patrons of all ages, assist with circulation tasks and general library duties, and occasionally serve as the acting manager employee in charge.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide reference and reader's advisory services to patrons of all ages.
  • Assist with circulation tasks and general library duties.
  • Occasionally serve as the acting manager employee in charge.
  • Conduct reference interviews to interpret questions and identify appropriate responses.
  • Assist in collection management, including noticing gaps and outdated materials, participating in weeding, and planning for space needs and collection arrangement.
  • Perform ILL functions, including verifying, processing requests, organizing and maintaining ILL records, gathering statistics, and contacting patrons.
  • Assist with Interlibrary Loan services.
  • Set up, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance of reference computers, including software and printers.
  • Plan and coordinate electronic resources.
  • Oversee electronic services.
  • Oversee use of OCLC.
  • Promote use of web pages and respond to JMRL web email.
  • Train staff and public in using electronic resources, including conducting workshops, preparing handouts, brochures, and other instructional materials.
Requirements:
  • MLS degree from an ALA-accredited school.
  • Previous library experience and knowledge of general reference sources and a willingness to read both juvenile and young adult literature.
  • Experience with MS Office suite and online reference resources.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Three years of previous library work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • General knowledge of library practices.
  • Knowledge of reference materials, including electronic information resources, online databases, and familiarity with Windows.
  • Knowledge of routine computer maintenance.
  • Knowledge of and ability to use library's print, electronic resources, and other library equipment.
  • Knowledge of and ability to follow library policies and procedures associated with public services, such as the Internet, meeting rooms, displays, food and cell phone use, etc.
  • Familiarity with automated library systems.
  • Knowledge of and ability to use and oversee use of OCLC.
  • Knowledge of serials and ability to coordinate serials service system-wide.
  • Ability to deal with routine problems and emergencies.
  • Requires good interpersonal skills and ability to be an effective team member.
  • A strong public service orientation.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Physical Conditions & Additional Information:

The successful candidate must be able to push book trucks and other equipment, lift up to 30 pounds, and to stand, stoop, bend, and carry. Contacts would include the branch manager, library staff, and the public. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or

The City of Charlottesville conducts job-related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process.

The City's policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City's policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana.

SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Updated July 1, 2022

Benefits cited represent those for regular 40-hour employees and may differ for Management Level, Part-Time, and/or Library positions. Long-term temporary employees are eligible for all benefits except retirement. Interns, temporary, seasonal, substitute, and relief employees are not eligible for benefits.

1. LEAVE:

  • Vacation:
    • 3.09 hours accrued biweekly0 -

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