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    Library Program Specialist, Youth Services - Texas, United States - City of Arlington

    City of Arlington
    City of Arlington Texas, United States

    1 week ago

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    JOB SUMMARY

    :
    Under general direction provides reference and reader'sadvisory services to Library users and assists with the development andprovision of library programming. This position will help foster a love ofreading and learning among children and teen library users.

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Apply basic knowledge of literature and learning styles to provide programs, story times, training classes or other patron-oriented activities. Participate in outreach activities to community organizations, schools, retirement centers and other groups to promote the development of a lifelong desire to read and learn.
  • Provide reference and reader's advisory service to the public by phone, in person, by mail or electronic media using basic interview skills, interpreting Library policy and procedures, and applying knowledge of basic research techniques to access the library's print and electronic collections.
  • Develop and execute basic search strategies to locate information in print collections and electronic-based media. Provide assistance and explain or demonstrate the use of various Library collections or equipment normally used in delivering library service.
  • OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist patrons with all facets of the circulation services; communicate orally and in writing using knowledge of library policies and procedures; perform simple arithmetic calculations using standard office equipment, locate and retrieve books and other library materials from files and on shelves.
  • Works with librarians to plan and implement library programs.
  • Assist in the collection of statistics using various methods and instruments.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Skill in working with others in a team approach.
  • Skill in establishing rapport with library users quickly and easily.
  • Ability to work varied schedule as necessary.
  • Knowledge of basic library reference skills.
  • Basic knowledge of various library classification schemes (Dewey Decimal, SUDoc, Library of Congress, etc.)
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with print sources, on-line catalogs, and databases.
  • Skill in teaching individuals or groups how to use information sources.
  • Skill in presenting information and programs to groups of all ages.
  • Basic skill in translating a library users' request into terminology that results in efficient searching and rapid retrieval of the information needed.
  • Skill in utilizing basic word processing, database, web design and spreadsheet software.
  • Skill in operating a personal computer, multimedia workstations and successfully accessing information on the Internet.
  • Skill in thinking logically, analytically and in the abstract.
  • Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to seeing, walking, standing, sorting, carrying, filing, and writing.
  • Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds; moving up to 75 lbs., and pushing/pulling a loaded book cart weighing up to 300 lbs.
  • Qualifying Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in areas such as Business, Liberal Arts, Education, History, Sciences, American or English Literature, Psychology, Computer Science, Information Management or Child Development.
  • Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • Must have valid Texas Class C License.
  • Employment Screenings Required:

  • Criminal Background Check
  • Drug & Alcohol Testing
  • Health Performance Evaluation
  • Motor Vehicle Record Review
  • Physical Examination



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