Bookmobile Librarian, Pollard Memorial Library, (Lowell, MA)

Posted July 27, 2023

Department: Pollard Memorial Library
Reports To: Director; Assistant Director; Coordinator of Community Planning
Salary: $26.6896 (min.) to $29.9186 (max) per hour; Grant-funded.
Union: MVEA Unit C
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Work Schedule: 35 hrs weekly. Hours may include evening and weekend shifts with advance notice
due to outreach activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may
be assigned.

Works under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of Community Planning.
Develops regular scheduled calendar of visits for outreach vehicle to sites across Lowell,
especially those serving children, seniors and underserved populations throughout the city —
such as schools, parks, playgrounds, senior housing, assisted living communities and
community centers.
Develops and coordinates off-site programs and partnerships with local organizations and
institutions.
Works collaboratively with ancillary library groups, city departments, community leaders,
agencies, non-profits, groups and vendors.
Loads and unloads book trucks on the outreach vehicle and drives vehicle to outreach
facilities.
Develops regular maintenance schedule and coordinates repairs for outreach vehicle.
Performs collection development and maintenance for the outreach vehicle.
Maintains outreach circulation records. Receives and processes requests, processes library
card applications, checks out materials, handles overdue problems, collects fines due, and
handles returns.
Receives and responds to queries and requests.
Delivers books to homebound patrons.
Develops outreach activities to promote library programming, resources and services.
Promotes new and existing library resources and services in person and through print, web
and other media.
Creates marketing materials for the outreach vehicle and services using desktop publishing
software, email marketing software, and graphic design applications.
Publicizes the outreach vehicle’s calendar, programs and services.
Writes press releases, reports and memos using MS Word, Excel and Power Point.
Performs public speaking to diverse audiences at off-site programs and events.
Is conversant and interested in emerging library technology and services and their real world
application for staff and patrons.
Seeks out alternative sources of funds for programs such as grants in coordination with the
library and city leadership.
Provides excellent customer service by assisting patrons at outreach visits with identifying
requested library materials and using library resources.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This position is in person with no ability to work remotely.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises library personnel assigned to the outreach vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
MLS from an ALA-accredited library school required; ability to work with a diverse urban
population an asset; experience in community outreach programs, public speaking, public relations
and/or literacy programs preferred. Must possess valid driver’s license (or be able to obtain one) with
an acceptable driving history.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Applicants with skills in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Khmer and other languages present in
Lowell encouraged to apply. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to
detail required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional
journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to
questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common
fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar
graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where
only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written,
oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver’s license with good driving history.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, step up
into vehicle; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the
duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock (outlets). The noise
level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen and
CORI, post offer.

How to Apply

Qualified individuals should apply by the deadline of August 10, 2023 by submitting
application/resume with cover letter using the City of Lowell job opportunities online Portal:
https://selfservice885.tdr.tylerhosting.cloud/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx
The City is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion through equitable opportunities
for all community members. The aim is for our workforce, including contractors, to be truly
representative of all sections of society and our community, and for each team member to feel
respected while fostering belonging.
EOE/AA/504 Employer