Torrance Public Library - Main Library - Reference Librarian - PT Temp (6 months)

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If you are interested in the position, please send an email expressing your interest and a copy of your current resume to BKing@TorranceCA.Gov by December 4, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. 

There is currently one vacancy in the Reference Services Department at the main Torrance Public Library. The hours for the position are Tuesdays 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Wednesdays 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Thursdays 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and alternating Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The hours will total 40 hours per two week pay period. There may be additional hours available depending on staffing throughout the temporary period. Priority will be given to those applicants who are available to cover additional shifts when needed. The duration is unknown, but cannot exceed six months.

Pay: $28.59/hour

Responsibilities and Duties

The Reference Librarian in the Reference Services Department performs a variety of professional librarian tasks. Primarily, the position will require providing reference and reader's advisory service and instruction in the use of the library to our patrons. In addition, the position requires the preparation of bibliographies, the maintenance of certain subject areas of the materials collection and special collections; making recommendations for purchase of materials, weeding and replacement as appropriate; developing displays, exhibits, brochures and news releases promoting library materials and services; participating in cooperative projects with outside organizations, schools, libraries, etc. Finally, the position requires that the individual interact with patrons in a courteous and professional manner and defuses potentially volatile or sensitive situations to ensure quality customer service.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate, in addition to the minimum requirements, will have:

·   Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to interact with peers, the public, and subordinates

·   Programming and/or outreach experience

·   The ability to work at a rapid pace and think quickly

·   Knowledge of appropriate reference resources (print and online) as well as knowledge required to select print and/or audiovisual materials

·   Familiarity of and the ability to train others with technology, specifically computers and tablets.