LIBRARIAN New

Definition

Burbank Public Library is looking for three librarians to join our team All librarians participate in collection development, programming, community engagement, and providing frontline information services. We are currently hiring librarians focused on workforce development, lifelong learning, and inclusion. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply should other positions become available during this recruitment process. These positions are 40 hours per week, and have a regular schedule that includes multiple locations. At Burbank Public Library, you have opportunities for professional growth and support. We invite you to bring your unique skills to our diverse team

OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT

Open to all qualified candidates. 

Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 7/15/24 - Blind application and supplemental scoring
Week of 7/29/24 - Oral interview

Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.

Under direction, to provide professional library service; and perform related work as required.

Essential Functions

Selects print, audio-visual, digital, and other non-print materials for youth and adults; plans, coordinates, and presents appropriate library programs; creates displays, bulletin boards, and exhibits for the public; provides in-depth reference service and readers’ advisory to library users; interacts congenially with the public in person, online, and over the telephone; instructs public in use of online catalog and other library technology and resources; conducts library and bibliographic instruction; performs electronic database and Internet searching; oversees and may train volunteers; may supervise a library branch or section in the absence of a Supervising Librarian or Senior Librarian; tracks library programming budgets; maintains library catalogs, statistics, accounts, and other reports and records; prepares and conducts children’s story times, classroom visits, community outreach visits, and presentations for City departments, staff, community groups, and the public; chairs and coordinates committees and meetings as needed; monitors and posts on social media and the website; participates in continuing education and technical training to enhance skills and keep current in the profession; locates and retrieves materials from shelves at various height levels; supervises, trains, and evaluates employees; drives on City business.

Minimum Qualifications

Employment Standards: 

Knowledge of current trends and practices in public library services to youth and adults; general and specialized reference and bibliographic sources for youth and adults; library automation systems; online research; readers’ advisory theory and methodology; principles and methods of collection development; basic governmental budgeting; record keeping; principles and practices of supervision; proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation in order to effectively perform the essential functions of this classification (this is not a language restriction as defined in California Government Code Section 12951).

Skill in utilizing Microsoft Office, including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Ability to work in a multicultural environment as a team member; supervise and train others; interact and communicate considerately with a diverse population; tactfully and effectively handle highly emotional and volatile customer relations situations; enforce library rules and call emergency services as required; address and mediate patron complaints and issues; follow instructions and directions; create and conduct informational and educational programs, projects, and presentations; post on social media and update City website; show initiative in problem solving; work independently under direction; work a flexible schedule including weekends and after hours; manipulate library materials from shelves at floor level to a height of eight (8) feet; maintain a safe working environment; travel to other locations for meetings and training sessions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Education/Training:  A Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program.

License & Certificates:  A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent at time of appointment.

Supplemental Information

Desirable Qualifications:  Bilingual or multilingual.