Librarian I - Children's Services

The City of Puyallup is accepting applications for a Librarian I - Children's Services position.  The position is anticipated to start October 19th.  

It is impactful to join Team Puyallup and provide meaningful work in support of public service and the well-being of our community. We value our culture of demonstrating excellence in our work, being service focused, supporting collaboration, and having integrity in all that we do. We encourage those that share these values to apply to our open positions and/or forward to colleagues who may be ready for their next career advancement opportunity. 

The successful candidate will 

• Plans, organizes, implements, coordinates, monitors, and assesses new and existing services and programs of the library, based on community needs.
• Assists patrons in the use of library collections through reference interviews, database and web searches, reader's advisory, and provides instruction in the use of computer software to locate requested materials.
• Uses library management tools to analyze, research, plan and implement systems and routines to increase efficiency and lower programmatic costs.
• Evaluates, weeds, and develops collection.
• Submits monthly reports and aids, as needed, in the preparation of the annual budget and report.
• Participates in the development of displays and marketing of the library's collection, services and programs, in order to increase use.
• Maintains current knowledge of materials, resources, and services of the library and refers patrons as required.
• Evaluates collections, allocates and controls materials budget as assigned.
• Develops web page content and links.
• Establishes community liaisons with appropriate agencies and organizations in order to promote library services and facilitate programming and service delivery.
• Maintains print and electronic collections, files, and indexes as assigned, including weeding, selection, and ongoing maintenance.
• Provides a variety of programs for all ages.
• Participates in professional organizations and activities to keep informed of current and emerging trends in public libraries.

In addition to the above, the duties listed below are also considered essential for positions in the following assignments:

Children's Librarian

• Plans, performs and promotes storytimes.
• Plans, schedules, and arranges publicity and presents booktalks, book discussions, and programs developed for children.
• May select materials for children to provide relevant collections based on knowledge of community.

Knowledge of:

• A wide variety of reference sources, popular culture, authors, literature, publishers and publications.
• Knowledge and support of the principles of intellectual freedom.
• Dewey decimal system of classification and Library of Congress subject headings.
• Search strategies used for retrieving information from electronic databases.

Ability to:

• Work a varied schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Clearly, succinctly, and effectively communicate ideas and thoughts both verbally and in writing.
• Work effectively, with a teamwork orientation, in daily activities as well as addressing problems and unique situations.
• Operate with a minimum of supervision and work collaboratively in a team environment to find solutions to problems.
• Use independent judgment and make good decisions when resolving problems relating to employees and customers/public.
• Recognize and set priorities, and to plan, coordinate and organize own work.
• Set priorities and to use initiative and independent judgment in a wide variety of situations is required.
• Learn the operation and use of an automated circulation system and bibliographic data base searching techniques using computer data base.
• Monitor and assess needs of patrons.
• Diagnose problems and develop solutions.
• Use diplomacy and tact to establish and maintain relationships with customers, subordinates and peers.
• Listen to, understand, and interpret the concerns of library users.
• Establish and maintain good customer relations.

Education and Experience:

• Master of Library Science Degree from an American Library Association accredited school of librarianship and Washington State certification as a librarian.
• Training, experience, or study in the area(s) of library IT, young adult, children's, and/or reference librarianship.

Special Quallfications: 

Possession of or the ability to obtain, and maintain throughout employment, a valid Washington State driver's license.

Constant use of sight, hearing, and speech abilities to perform essential functions and communicate with others. Constant fine finger manipulation and use of hands and arms in reaching/handling/fingering/grasping while operating office equipment and computers, preparing written documentation, handling library materials, paperwork, etc. Frequent sitting may be extended at times, while doing desk activities. Frequent bending/twisting at waist/knees/neck while reaching for library materials, working at desk, worktable, or moving from sitting to standing position. Frequent standing in combination with walking (short distances) throughout work shift in library areas; standing may be extended at times. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 30-pound file boxes, library materials, documents, etc. Occasional pushing/pulling force up to 10 pounds opening doors, drawers, and moving materials. Occasional climbing on step stools, ladders and stairs. Works primarily indoors in a library environment with low noise levels.

SELECTION PROCESS
Only applications that include the response to the Supplemental Questionnaire will be accepted. Those applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the City's current needs will be contacted for testing and/or oral interviews. The appointing authority may conduct second interviews.
Notification – Following submission of application, an email acknowledgment receipt of application is given. Persons selected for an interview and/or testing will be notified by email, normally within 15 working days following the closing date on the job announcement.
Not Selected – No formal notification is usually sent by the City to applicants not selected for an interview or test. Should the same or another position open for which the applicant wishes to apply, he/she must apply online for each new opening. 

GENERAL INFORMATION
Essential Functions – The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.
Hours of Work – This is a regular, full-time 40 hour per week position. All Library positions work a variety of schedules which will include evenings and weekends.
Union Affiliation – This is an American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) bargaining unit position.
FLSA Status – This is a FLSA Exempt position. 
Equal Employment Opportunity – The City of Puyallup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.
Background - The City of Puyallup will need to obtain the proper background and criminal history information pursuant to RCW 43.43.830/832 for positions where the employee will or may have unsupervised access to children, developmentally delayed persons or vulnerable adults.
Disability – In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability will be considered only in the context of an applicant’s ability to perform essential functions of the job and to determine reasonable accommodation. Accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment will be made upon request with reasonable notice. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information. The physical demands described in this job announcement are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Identification – Applicants who are offered employment with the City are required to provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States within three days of date of hire, as required by the 1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act. A list of acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work will be provided to those who are offered employment. 
Drug-Free Workplace –The City of Puyallup is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace.
Note – The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.