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Reference Librarian, Somerville Public Library (Somerville)
We seek an enthusiastic, innovative, and flexible individual who wants to join a team committed to providing excellent library services to patrons of all ages in Somerville.
DUTIES:
Reports to the Head of the Reference Department
· Staffs Reference desk, assisting patrons in using print, electronic resources, and technology, and providing exceptional and engaging reference and reader’s advisory services
· Develops, selects, and maintains library collections as assigned
· Works on readers advisory, displays, interlibrary loans, patron requests, grants
· Promotes new and existing library collections, services, programs, and events through outreach and in-library efforts, and via print, web, and social media
· Encouraged to participate in programming and internal committees
· May fill in as-needed at other public service desks, including Circulation
· Attends professional workshops, seminars, conferences, and continuing educational opportunities
· Keeps current in trends and best practices in the library world
· Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
· MLS from an ALA accredited library school, and at least two years of professional or equivalent experience
· Ability to deal with the public effectively and pleasantly
· Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across all departments
· Ability to perform basic troubleshooting of library technology
· Experience with social media preferred
· Ability to speak two or more languages a plus
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary
$1,009.79 / weekClosing Date
Position open until filled. Review of resumes will begin September 14.
How to Apply
For more information and to apply, please visit https://cityofsomerville.applytojob.com/apply/3fs8P3MCpR/Librarian-I-Reference
Posted
2023-08-28 | Quick link to this job