Technical Librarian jobs in Grand Prairie, TX

• People First – Giving priority to others
• Respect – Treating others with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity – Serving with honesty, trust and hard work
• Deliver – Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
• Excel – Creating an innovative and improving work environment

Essential Functions

The information listed below is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

• Serves library patrons by searching the library catalog and print and online resources to locate information; offers recommendations based on reading and interest levels; provides information from electronic databases and Internet sources; assists patrons with the use of the catalog, Internet, digital materials, and other computer-based resources; and provides referrals to other resources as needed.
• Develops and implements adult programs: plans activities, determines required supplies, calculates costs, tracks attendance, and evaluates outcomes.
• Participates in promotional activities to educate active and potential patrons about library services and programs. May include design and production of brochures, flyers, printed and online calendars, electronic newsletters, library web pages and social media content.
• Develops assigned collections by selecting, ordering and maintaining reference, adult materials, withdrawing outdated materials, and preparing reports and statistics.
• Provides administrative support by ensuring operational functions are completed, overseeing the use of library facilities, preparing and keeping statistics.
• Encourages reading and literacy through the development and maintenance of displays and reading lists.
• Furthers professional knowledge through participation in workshops and professional meetings.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience
Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited university or higher with no prior relevant work experience

Supplemental Information

Reading
Advanced - Ability to read literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Math
Intermediate - Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Writing
Advanced - Ability to write editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college level or above. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.

Managerial
Receives general direction: The employee normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. The employee may choose the appropriate procedure or policy. Performance is reviewed periodically.

Budget Responsibility
None

Supervisory / Organizational Control
Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, temporary employees, or volunteers.

Complexity
Work requires analysis and judgment in accomplishing diversified duties. Requires the exercise of independent thinking within the limits of policies, standards, and precedents.

Interpersonal / Human Relations Skills
Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

Vacation
Part-time regular employees shall earn vacation leave in proportion to the time worked.

Sick Leave
Part-time regular employees shall accumulate sick leave in proportion to time worked.

Retirement
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System. TMRS is a qualified tax deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City of Allen provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.