CAREERSTITLE:Librarian II (Youth Services) COMPANY:Kitsap Regional Library POSTDATE:August 18, 2010 LOCATION:Kingston & Little Boston Branches, Kitsap Peninsula, WA DESCRIPTION: Kitsap Regional Library will give consideration to all qualified applicants for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, political affiliations, or any other non-merit factor. Special accommodations and/or assistance will be gladly provided for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory impairments, upon request. Kitsap Regional Library Librarian II (Youth Services), Kingston & Little Boston Branches Note: This position is part of the KRL Librarian Bargaining Unit. Announcement Number: 0810-14 E Hours: 20 hours per week (.5 FTE, FLSA exempt). Salary: Compensation range is $1,877.46 to $2,519.33 per month depending on experience. Closing date: Application packets due by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, August 26th POSITION PURPOSE: Performs a variety of professional library services including reference assistance, selection, maintenance of young people's library materials and promotion of young people's library services to the community through education and outreach. Utilizes a broad scope of knowledge specific to materials, authors, and resources in a variety of subject areas--including information technology. This position reports to the Kingston Branch Manager. Please refer to hours and benefits information and application instructions at end of this announcement. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: . Master of Library Science Degree from an American Library Association accredited school of Librarianship and/or Washington State certification as a Librarian. . Minimum of three years of professional library experience. . Experience providing Youth Services required. . Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Driver's License. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: . Knowledge of program management; ability to plan, organize, direct, and administer a major library service program or collection. . Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, patrons, user groups, community organizations, volunteer groups and staff and to serve the public (e.g., adults, teens, children) courteously and effectively in a public service environment, and to work effectively with library staff. . Ability to work under pressure, and to effectively address a variety of complex issues and situations. . Ability to recognize and set priorities, and to plan, organize, and coordinate the work of others. . Ability to operate personal computers and: use modern word processing, database, and spreadsheet software, as well as, on-line catalogs; access and utilize the Internet and other computerized library tools effectively. Have a working knowledge of basic print reference sources. Ability to perform required data entry on a computer terminal or personal computer in an accurate and timely manner. . Ability to conduct Internet searches, evaluate quality of Internet resources, and instruct patrons in the use of Internet resources. . Ability to use electronic and multi-media resources to create displays, write articles and publicize library programs and resources. . Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. . Knowledge of community resources, events, organizations, and local history. . Ability to work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Requires standing, walking, sitting, talking, listening, handling, grasping, bending, reaching, stooping and repetitive motions of hands/wrists. Occasionally requires climbing, crouching, twisting and kneeling. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly. Work is mainly performed indoors under office-type conditions. Certain librarian positions may be required to operate an automobile. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Answer library information inquiries by phone, on-line, or in person ranging from quick fact-finding, to in-depth searches of library resources, including on-line searches. 2. Provide information and promote the library's collection and program services to patrons, staff and the community at large. 3. Provide readers' advisory and reference services for children, young adults, and adults. Participate in outreach activities with the community; prepare bibliographies and display materials to generate increased patron usage. 4. Promote, prepare and present library services and programs, book talks, tours, story times and other programs for various age groups--within the library, the community and schools. 5. Plan, schedule, and arrange publicity. 6. Participate in outreach activities, including liaisons with and presentations to organizations, agencies, daycares, and schools in the community in order to promote and demonstrate library materials and services, and to generate program funding. May participate in preparing presentations for community access television or other media alternatives. 7. Instruct patrons and staff in the use of on-line catalogs, databases, reference web resources, and other appropriate reference resources. 8. Participate in the selection of library materials for purchase by reading reviews from professional publications and other sources based on knowledge of the community and/or target audience interests, professional judgment, and the existing collection. 9. Review and evaluate collection for weeds, mends, discards or allocation to book sales; order replacements as necessary. 10. Perform other related duties, as assigned. OTHER FUNCTIONS: 1. May present topics of special interest at conferences or through electronic media. 2. May author articles for publication in newsletters or other print media; may write or assist in writing grant applications or other funding requests. 3. May oversee collection activities specific to a subject specialty collection, such as Business Reference. 4. May have site responsibility, as assigned, in the absence of a Branch Manager. Listed below are expectations of all library employees: . Knowledge and support of the Library principles of intellectual freedom. . Knowledge and support of Library policies and procedures. . Courteous customer service in an environment that may at times be stressful. This requires use of diplomacy and tact to establish and maintain relationships with customers, both internal and external. . Ability to work effectively, within a teamwork orientation, in daily activities as well as addressing problems and unique situations. . Ability to adapt to rapidly changing information, technology, work procedures and library services. . Ability to maintain confidentiality in dealing with customer and/or employee records. POSITION INFORMATION AND APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Current Schedule: Will include evening and weekend hours that are flexible to meet programming needs. Exact schedule to be determined. Please note that scheduled work hours are subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the library. Salary: Compensation range is $1,877.46 to $2,519.33 per month depending on experience. Benefits: Pro-rated vacation, sick leave, employee medical and long term disability benefits, full employee dental, vision and life insurance benefits. Employee Assistance Program. Washington State Public Employee Retirement System (required). Position Open: Monday, August 16th, 2010 Application Instructions: . To be considered for this position, applicants must submit an original KRL employment application, resume and cover letter. . Hand delivered application packets may be delivered to the Sylvan Way Branch and must be received by 4:00 pm on the closing date. An employment application drop box is located at the Sylvan Way Branch Circulation desk. . Mailed application packets may be sent to the address listed below and be postmarked no later than the closing date and be received by KRL within three days of closing. . Emailed packets may be sent to jobs@krl.org by the closing date and time. MS Word or Adobe Acrobat attachments only. (KRL is not responsible for email errors.) . KRL does not accept faxed applications. . Applications are available at each branch of Kitsap Regional Library and our website at . Application packets will be screened and interviews scheduled for applicants who best match the needs of this position. . Selected applicants will be contacted by phone to arrange interviews. Deadline: Due no later than 4 p.m., Thursday, August 26th, 2010 Position Starts: As soon as possible. Submit KRL application to: ATTN: Kelly Syhre, Human Resources Assistant Contact information: Email: jobs@krl.org
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