Library Associate III - Outreach - Rolling Reader
Company: Harford County Public Library
Location: Belcamp
Posted on: January 15, 2021
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Job Description:
Position Summary: Performs a variety of reference services and
tasks to assist individuals and groups in locating and obtaining
library materials and information; manages specialized collections
or programs for designated outreach program; drives and operates
the outreach van; may work reference desk hours as assigned;
performs other duties as assigned. Meets minimum public service
hours as defined by Library Administration. Essential Functions:
Position Functions: Drives outreach van, including set up, to
designated community outreach sites throughout Harford County;
Provides reference services to special populations as assigned
including readers advisory; Searches online catalogs and shelves to
locate information; Reviews, ensures the order of, and maintains
collections as assigned; Assembles and arranges displays of
materials to support popular topics; Assists the public in the use
of library resources, including computer catalogs, indexes,
computerized search systems, and the Internet; Informs customers of
library activities and programs; May plan and coordinate programs
and activities for special population as assigned; Provides
orientation to library users and explains library policies and
procedures; Reads and evaluates professional journals and
materials; May work reference desk hours as assigned. Supervision
Functions: Supervises assigned staff, as well as assigned
volunteers; Oversees the training of staff and volunteers, as
assigned; Administers the Performance Recognition System (PRS), the
librarys performance evaluation system, in accordance with
published guidelines; Approves annual leave and checks and
tabulates timesheets for assigned staff; Prepares monthly reports,
meeting agendas, and monthly schedules; Interprets and implements
system wide policies and procedures; Schedules and facilitates
department/team meetings; Ensures staff receive and understand
system and department communications via written or electronic
format; May act as supervisor of team or work group and/or may
supervise volunteers. Standard Functions: Serves on committees and
participates in workshops, seminars, and training as requested;
Represents Library at various outreach activities, as needed;
Notifies Supervisor with suggested ways to improve the efficiency
and effectiveness of personnel and procedures and system-wide goals
and objectives; Maintains good public relations with the community
through contacts with public officials, community leaders,
volunteers, Friends of the Library, appropriate school personnel,
and the general public; Learns new skills and technologies to
retain proficiency in areas of expertise; Is dependable and
punctual; Maintains a positive, friendly, and cooperative attitude
and provides consistent customer service; Upholds all library
policies and procedures as defined in Harford County Public
Librarys Policies and Procedures Manual; Completes time sheet and
other necessary forms and reports accurately and in a timely
manner; Performs other duties as assigned. In addition to the
specific duties and responsibilities of this job, it is the
responsibility of every employee to comply with the Harford County
Public Library Values statement, customer service guidelines, and
all other policies detailed in the Policies and Procedures Manual.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Bachelors Degree. Completion
of State of Maryland Library Associate Training Institute program
or 9 hours of formal academic course work in library science from
an ALA accredited institution. Six months of supervisory
experience. 1 year of direct customer/public service experience.
Computer experience including internet. Ability to provide
documentation of a valid drivers license with no more than 3
points. Ability to obtain and maintain Non-CDL Medical
Certification in accordance with Department of Transportation
regulations. Ability to obtain a favorable criminal background
report. Ability to work day, evening, and weekends hours.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to gain working knowledge
of library practices and procedures, including accurate use of
current reference and search tools and the standard automated
library system; Working knowledge of the principles and practices
of reference and readers advisory services; Ability to operate
relevant computer systems, including hardware and software, and
office machines; Working knowledge of electronic resources,
including the Internet and bibliographic utilities; Ability to
develop and present programs; Strong communication skills, both
verbal and written; Basic math skills. Reporting Relationship: This
position reports to Manager I or II - Branch. Regularly supervises
Library Assistant III Outreach staff for designated outreach
program, as assigned. May supervise Summer Reading Assistant or
volunteers. Work Environment: Work requires light physical effort
in the handling of light materials, up to 30 pounds, in
non-strenuous work environment. For example, set up and break down
of tables, chairs, or other equipment for meeting or events, moving
materials within department. Work also includes standing or walking
up to 60% of the time. Observes safe work place practices with
uncluttered workspace, including office equipment, avoidance of
trips and falls, proper lifting techniques, following fire
regulations, and obeying traffic signals. Ability to travel to
branch/outside locations is required. May require working in
adverse weather conditions.
Keywords: Harford County Public Library, Baltimore , Library Associate III - Outreach - Rolling Reader, Other , Belcamp, Maryland
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