Summary: Under general direction, the Librarian performs a variety of professional librarian duties including providing information and assistance to customers of all ages; planning, scheduling, and presenting programs and/or services; performing reference, readers’ advisory services and bibliographic instruction; building relationships with community organizations; providing technology instruction; engaging in civic participation.
This position will be assigned to the Midwest City Library, located at 8143 E Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73110
The hiring salary for this position is $51,521.60 annually. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. This position is exempt from the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. The candidate should be available to work all hours the library is open, including some weekends and evenings. The current work schedule for this position is Monday 8 am to 5 pm, Tuesday 12 pm to 9 pm, Wednesday 9 am to 6 pm, Thursday 8am to 5 pm, with alternating Saturdays and Sundays. Friday 8 am to 5 pm OR 9 am to 6 pm. Saturday 8 am to 5pm, Sunday 12 pm to 6 pm. The candidate will typically work two weekends per month and may work an extra weekend shift due to an outreach event or staffing need; usually off on Friday when scheduled Saturday or Sunday.
*Hours are subject to change based on the needs of the library.
The Metropolitan Library System offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees:
- Health benefits that include medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage paid in full for Employee-only coverage (Family coverage available)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Vacation Leave @ 8 hours per month
- Sick leave @ 8 hours per month
- Twelve paid holidays (subject to date of hire)
- Defined Contribution (retirement) plan where employee contributes 6% and is matched at 10% (required participation for full-time employees)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
- Master's degree from an ALA-accredited college or university in Library and Information Science.
HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Enthusiasm for public service and the ability to work well with a diverse audience.
- Experience developing and leading children's programming/activities in libraries and other educational settings.
- Knowledge of current trends in library services.
- Experience building community partnerships.
- Experience working with makerspace technologies.
Skills Required
- Master's degree from an ALA-accredited college or university in Library and Information Science
- Available to work all hours the library is open, including some weekends and evenings
- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Enthusiasm for public service and ability to work with a diverse audience
- Experience developing and leading children's programming/activities in libraries or educational settings
- Knowledge of current trends in library services
- Experience building community partnerships
- Experience working with makerspace technologies
What We Do
The Metropolitan Library System is Oklahoma County's hub for critical thinking, creative problem solving, and lifelong learning and enrichment, connecting diverse communities with resources and experiences to educate and enrich lives. It serves as a community space where people are encouraged to connect and collaborate.
