Sacramento Public Library - Adult Services Librarian

https://www.calopps.org/ViewAgencyJob.cfm?ID=15888&kw=sacramento%20public%20library

Close Date: Dec 20, 2013

Salary: $24.82 - $33.26 Hourly

Adult Services Librarian

$24.82-$33.26 per hour (DOQ)

Non-exempt; Union represented; Full time

APPLY BY DECEMBER 20, 2013

Only the first 50 qualified applicants will be accepted.

Sacramento public library is seeking candidates for an Adult Services Librarian opening.  This position performs a wide variety of professional duties, including developing and presenting adult-focused programs, community outreach, reference and readers’ advisory, staff and customer training, and oversight of the library's Federal Documents depository (<10 span="">

If you possess initiative, enjoy the challenges of an urban environment, are able to work collaboratively and independently, and have excellent communication and customer service skills, Sacramento public library may be the ideal place for you.  Come join our collaborative and creative team of professionals. We are the fourth largest library system in California, serving one of California’s most diverse counties. Our 28 locations include urban, suburban and rural branches. We offer supportive colleagues, competitive salaries, and a chance for you to shine.

Minimum Qualifications:

•Master’s Degree in library and Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university;

•Federal Documents experience is a plus

How to Apply:

Sacramento Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate takes initiative, is a self-starter, has excellent customer service and communication skills, is able to work both collaboratively and independently and enjoys the challenges of an urban environment.   Prior experience in Federal Documents is a plus.

Supplemental Questions:

Briefly describe how your education and experience (adult programming, outreach, Federal Documents) have prepared you for this position.

If you were given an opportunity to create and implement your own adult program/series, what would you create and why?

Sacramento Public Library’s Central Library is in an urban environment and requires a certain type of approach and attitude. Describe your personal perspective in meeting the needs of this dynamic community.