Librarian, Part-time (Redondo Beach)

SUMMARY: Provideds reference information to the public; assists the public in making effective use of available services; selects books, periodicals, audio-visual, and other materials for the library collection.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs professional-level duties, including but not limited to: promoting library service by providing reference information to the public, in person and by telephone, where the exercise of judgement, knowledge, and interpretive skills may be required; assists the public in making effective use of available services; selects books, periodicals, audio-visual, and other materials for the library collection; gives book talks; prepares bibliographies and special exhibits; prepares promotional materials for newspapers and other media; maintains pamphlets, audio-visual, or other special collections; classifies and catalogues books, documents, serials, and other materials; maintains records and prepares reports; operates motor vehicle while performing various duties that include attending conference, meetings, and seminars as liaison representative to various agencies.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of: The principles, practices, technology and equipment associated with operating a modern library, including but not limited to: selection, acquisition, cataloging, and classification of library materials, reference, and reader advisory services; and research and analytical methods.

Ability to: Meet medical standards for the class and physical employment standards as prescribed in the Industrial Relations and Insurance Support Job Analysis; performs required duties as assigned, including but not limited to: the ability to learn the applications of electronic data processing for library operations; the principles and practices of effective supervision, training and performance evaluation; communicate effectively in writing and orally; reason logically and creatively; demonstrate initiative; work independently and on project teams; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California.

Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school; or a bachelor’s degree in Library Science and two years of experience involving full responsibility for reference service and collection development in a public or school library.

Selection Process: City application required. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. Applications will be closely reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. Only the best-qualified applicants will be invited for a department interview.

Apply at: City of Redondo Beach, Human Resources Department, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo
Beach, CA 90277. (310) 318-0659.

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