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Mobile Services Librarian, Worcester Public Library, Worcester, MA

Posted October 25, 2015

Full time position, 40 hours

Join a dynamic team providing Library services throughout the Worcester Community through our Mobile Libraries! The Worcester Public Library is seeking candidates for the position of Mobile Services Librarian. This is a supervisory paraprofessional position under the general direction of the Community Services Coordinator. The successful candidate will drive a van or large vehicle to assigned locations throughout the Worcester Community.

SALARY: $15.64 – $20.89 hourly; $32,642.91 – $43,600.41 annually

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Facilitates the delivery and circulation of library materials and information to assigned vehicle stops
  • Drives van and/or large motor vehicle to assigned locations
  • Using automated circulation system, performs circulation duties including checking materials in/out; maintains patron registration
  • Interprets library rules and procedures to the public
  • Conducts elementary bibliographic searches
  • Prepares reports and records as needed
  • Loads/unloads materials; sorts/shelves materials according to library procedure
  • Delivers bins of materials and equipment to and from Worcester Public Library locations on a regular basis
  • Assists with programming and outreach efforts
  • Supervises staff as assigned
  • Schedules staff as required
  • Assists in training of staff in departmental procedures
  • Performs simple maintenance and cleaning as needed
  • Performs other duties, as assigned, consistent with the functions of the work unit and level of responsibility

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS FOR PERFORMING ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Ability to safely operate van and a large motor vehicle
  • Exposure to all kinds of weather and road conditions and working at various mobile site stops for long periods of time
  • Skill and ability to work well with staff and customers and to project a good public service attitude
  • Ability to interpret library policies clearly and repeatedly to customers
  • Skill in handling public contacts with tact and courtesy
  • Ability to push carts and bins loaded with library materials, and reach and retrieve materials at high and low shelf heights on a routine basis.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of patron information.
  • Ability to stand and or sit for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to perform bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, and twisting.
  • Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm motions for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to move or lift 50 lbs. or less.
  • Knowledge of the principles and correct usage of the English language including grammar, punctuation and spelling.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: One year data entry; supervisory experience preferred

Schedule: May include early morning/evening/weekend assignments and working at other locations

Travel: Ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner. A valid driver’s license is required

CORI: Must pass a Criminal Background check

Application deadline is Friday, November 6, 2015.

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter on or before Friday, November 6, 2015 to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. EOE/AA employer. Preference given to Worcester residents.

The Worcester Public Library makes every effort to support ALA’s “Core Competences of Librarianship” as approved and adopted as policy by the ALA Council, January 27th 2009 and as an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

The information in this summary indicates the general nature and level of work performed within this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

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