Class
Code: 04021
LIBRARIAN I
NATURE
OF WORK
This is professional library work
involving responsibility for various professional and technical services in the
public library system requiring knowledge of library principles, practices, and
techniques. Work may involve responsibility for the
administration and effective operation of a small branch of the library system.
Assignments are carried out under the direction of a professional superior who
reviews the work for conformance to established policies and standard
professional practices. Technical supervision or direction is exercised over
subordinate personnel.
ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS
Maintains assigned subject area
of special clientele collections; reviews and recommends selection of books and
other materials for the collection; organizes and maintains specialized
reference materials and information files; compiles bibliographies and
assembles materials on special subjects; examines materials for replacement and
discard.
May supervise routine of small branch
library procedures; initiates community contacts in the interests of the
library; supervises staff development and training.
Supervises
subordinate personnel in any of the library units.
Provides bibliographic, advisory
and reference sources; assembles related materials on special subjects.
Provides reference assistance to
patrons, introduces patrons to reference books and tools and aids them in the
use of the card catalog; answers specific reference questions for individuals
in person, by telephone, and by mail; aids patrons in the selection of books
and other materials on special subjects; advises individuals seeking
information for surveys and special projects.
Classifies and catalogs books and
other library materials; assigns subject headings and indicates the necessary
cross-references; revises filing in catalogs and shelf-list; supervises the
preparation of catalog cards, book records, and related materials; aids and
makes recommendations in book selection.
Plans, develops, and conducts
children's and adult services, organizes and schedules special exhibits and
programs; maintains film, records, and other audiovisual materials, holdings;
reviews and recommends selection of materials for these collections.
Performs
related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of
professional library principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of
the current literature, trends, and developments in the field of library
science appropriate to the areas of assignment.
Ability to express
ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to
serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord
with the letter and spirit of
Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and
appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds,
regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual
orientation, marital status or political affiliation.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
A Master's Degree in Library
Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library
Association; six (6) months experience in professional library work.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Bargaining Unit: Government Supervisors
Association - (Professional Unit)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Code of Ethics Certification: No
Work Locations: Libraries
Class Spec. Estab./Revised: E10/76 R5/00
R3/07