SALARY
$48,671.20 - $60,839.00JOB DETAILS
Under general direction, promotes the library's presence in the community through the development of onsite and offsite programs.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develop, implement, and promote both onsite and offsite programming to a target audience in conjunction with professional standards and community needs.
Promote and engage the community to use library resources and services.
Provide reference and information services to the community at large.
Serve as library facility shift lead during specified times and as such, respond to issues regarding customer service, building security, cash handling, and staffing utilization.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Participate as part of the departmental work team in developing and recommending policies and procedures, new service programs, and/or new budget requests.
Participate in collection management and other special projects.
Select, train, assign tasks, and monitor progress of volunteers from various organizations and/or backgrounds.
On a nontypical basis, incumbent may perform other additional duties not listed in this description that are in alignment with the scope of essential job functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of principles, practices, and the operation of public libraries and knowledge of public library issues and trends
Skill in assessing community needs and translating those needs into library programs and services.
Skill in presenting information and programs to groups of all ages using different formats.
Skill in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting statistical and operational data.
Skill in training staff and volunteers in service and operational practices and procedures and providing performance feedback to ensure effective performance of duties.
Skill in listening well, establishing rapport with a diverse group of people quickly and easily, and in using verbal and non-verbal communication effectively.
Skill in strong interpersonal and teamwork.
Ability to work a varied schedule as necessary.
Ability to work independently in the absence of specific instruction or supervision, exercising discretion and independent judgment, and to cope with a rapid work pace.
Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to, seeing, walking, standing, sorting, carrying, filing, and writing.
Qualifying Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Library Science, Information Science from an ALA accredited program.
Employment Screenings Required
Criminal Background Check
Drug & Alcohol Testing
City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program.
- Knowledge of principles, practices, and operation of public libraries and public library issues and trends.
- Skill in assessing community needs and translating those needs into library programs and services.
- Skill in presenting information and programs to groups of all ages using different formats.
- Skill in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting statistical and operational data.
- Skill in training staff and volunteers in service and operational practices and providing performance feedback.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, listening, and teamwork skills; ability to establish rapport with diverse groups.
- Ability to work a varied schedule and to work independently using discretion and judgment.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including seeing, walking, standing, sorting, carrying, filing, and writing.
- Serve as facility shift lead, responding to customer service issues, building security, cash handling, and staffing utilization.
- Successful completion of Criminal Background Check.
- Successful completion of Drug & Alcohol Testing.
What We Do
The City of Arlington, Texas, is the 50th largest city by population and the fourth most diverse in the United States. Known as the 'American Dream City,' it provides comprehensive municipal services and fosters a business-friendly environment to support economic growth. The city is a hub for various major employers and sports franchises, striving to create a sustainable and inclusive community for all residents.
