Outreach Librarian

Required experience

Education, Training and/or Experience

1. Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school
2. A minimum of one (1) year of customer service experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

1. Proficient in the use of the Integrated Library System (ILS)
2. Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records
3. Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
4. Ability to arrange items in alphanumeric and/or subject order
5. Ability to use correct grammar, puncture, spelling and publication style
6. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with community partners
7. Ability speak before groups
8. Ability to develop and present age-appropriate programs and activities
9. Ability to safely drive outreach vehicle in a variety of weather conditions
10. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
11. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver license, with an acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

1. Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, daily
2. Ability to move up to fifty (50) pounds, daily
3. Ability to push book trucks with up to 150 pounds of materials on them, daily
4. Ability to stand for extended periods, frequently
5. Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending, climbing and squatting, daily
6. Travel by automobile is required frequently

Working Conditions

1. Majority of work performed offsite in various community locations and/or in general office environment of the Library
2. Requires availability for extended hours as needed
3. Requires evenings and/or weekends
4. Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training