Beverly Hills - Part-time Librarian 1

Librarian 1 Job Posting

SALARY
$22.44 - $27.80 Hourly 



CLOSING DATE: 10/15/12

THE POSITION
Performs a variety of professional librarian duties including reference, reader's advisory, and collection development.

MAJOR DUTIES
• Assists patrons at the reference and information desks in using library materials and services; elicits, interprets, and answers requests at the desk and by telephone; instructs and assists patrons in using the on-line catalog and the Dewey decimal system and in making effective use of the library's collection; directs patrons to directories, indexes, and other reference tools and to other areas of the library; provides reader's advisory.
• Assists in researching professional journals and in evaluating, selecting, and acquiring materials for the circulating collection and CD-ROM and on-line services; assists in weeding the collection.
• Compiles bibliographies on specific topics; maintains files of materials and answers to patron's questions.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Library Science.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Standard library policies, practices and procedures; high level of commitment to public service.
• Communicate clearly and effectively; follow written and oral instructions.
• Locating library materials; interpreting patrons' needs; assisting patrons in answering reference questions; evaluating and selecting materials in various formats; promoting interest in library services.