Technical Librarian jobs in Utah

Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYProvides reference and reader's advisory services to library customers. Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion.

Tracks materials budget. Plans, coordinates, and provides library programs and outreach services. Assists customers in the use of personal computer and electronic resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMaster's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, or in Library and Information Science.

Other accredited Master’s degree will be accepted when combined with one (1) year of professional Librarian experience in a public library or school library / media center.

For positions in Youth Service areas the following education and experience will be accepted in lieu of MLS or MLIS : Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Instructional Technology, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Children's Literature or other closely related field, plus a Library Media Endorsement and one (1) year professional librarian experience in a public library or school library / media center, OR a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Children's Literature or other closely related field, plus a Library Media Endorsement and three (3) years professional librarian experience in a public library or school library / media center may be substituted.

Preference will be given to candidates with MLS / MLIS degrees.Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides reference and reader's advisory services and information about library policies, materials, services, and community resources in person, on the phone, or through electronic communications.

• Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion in assigned area. Monitors assigned allocation of library materials budget.
• Provides input on the branch collection development plan and strategic goals. Develops, maintains and participates in outreach activities to promote use of library materials and services.
• Creates, coordinates, and provides programs, activities, and resources for the library. Some may be targeted for outreach to children and young adults.
• Assists customers in the use of personal computer and electronic resources. Develops, monitors and maintains the Library's web pages and verifies links on the Library’s home page.
• Serves as librarian-in-charge as assigned or on a rotation basis handling emergency situations as well as customer complaints.
• Participates in training workshops, committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.Additional InformationTEMPORARY POSITIONSAn "At Will", FLSA non-exempt employee who is not eligible for County benefits and who must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.
• Must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month. Are not eligible for County benefits except as otherwise provided for by policy.
• Are not considered merit employees. Are "at will" employees who may be terminated for any reason, without notice, and without a pre-termination hearing.

Job LocationsUS-UT-WEST JORDANRequisition ID2024-36788# of Openings4Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date1 day ago(5 / 29 / 2024 3 : 24 PM)SLCO Department (Portal Searching)Library ServicesLocation : LocationUS-UT-WEST JORDANLocation : Address8030 S 1825 WLocation : Postal Code84088Position Type (Portal Searching)Temporary Part-TimeRequisition Post Information* : Post End Date6 / 2 / 2024Grade001Posted Min$23.16 / hour

Last updated : 2024-05-31