Library Researcher carries out research activities in a library. Processes requests for research information and compiles information on related topics. Being a Library Researcher requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Library Researcher relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Department: Library
Union Affiliation: None
Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday
Total Hours Per Week: 40
(Duties assigned to this position are not all inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.)
Advise the Library Director on program developments, progress in meeting goals and objectives, recommended priorities, recommended new or changed policies and procedures, and staffing and budget requirements.
Serve as first level supervisor for library assistants and/or professional librarians. This involves:
Leading library services and projects
Planning and scheduling work
Making work assignments
Evaluating work performance
Providing advice on work and administrative matters
Interviewing candidates for vacancies
Hearing and resolving complaints
Effecting minor discipline
Identifying and addressing training needs of employees
Responsible for the full range of professional librarian functions in a large main library or for several, smaller branch collections. Functions include collection development, acquisition, cataloging and classification, reference, collection maintenance, circulation, computer system and database management, and preservation.
Assist Library Director with public relations opportunities and materials.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Knowledge: Knowledge of professional librarian objectives, methods, techniques, and principles involving rotation & collection development, acquisition, cataloging and classification, reference, circulation, computer system and database management, and preservation. Knowledge of budget management and personnel management.
Skills: Skill in using automated library equipment and systems. May require skill in operating a 28’ diesel bookmobile.
Abilities: Able to develop comprehensive department plans, budgets, and schedules. Able to supervise and direct the work of others to attain high quality work in an efficient manner. Able to use initiative and judgment in completing tasks and responsibilities, establishing new policies and procedures, resolving novel problems and technical challenges. Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Able to meet and deal with a variety of employees, advisory boards, community groups, committees, patrons, vendors, staff, and staff in other libraries.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Master’s degree in Library Science plus five years’ professional library experience. Must have had successful supervisory or project management experience or education. If serving as supervisor over remotely located branch sites or over a bookmobile, must have a valid Oregon driver’s license and acceptable driving record at time of appointment. At time of appointment, must possess a valid Oregon driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record. Must pass a pre-employment criminal history background investigation.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has supervisory responsibilities for Library team members. Work is performed under the general direction of the Library Director. Discretion is required in applying and developing general goals and policies and resolving organizational and service delivery problems. Work is reviewed for overall conformance with department goals and objectives.
Work is guided by departmental policy and procedures and professional library standards and practices. Incumbent uses a great deal of judgment in interpreting and determining appropriate guidelines.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing or recurring activities such as crouching, bending, stooping, stretching, reaching, pushing loaded book trucks, lifting, and carrying items up to 30 pounds, and climbing steps. Work involves everyday risks typically associate with libraries, offices, and meeting rooms. This position will require vision, hearing voice conversations, and keyboarding. Work areas are adequately heated, lighted, and ventilated.
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