Library Researcher carries out research activities in a library. Processes requests for research information and compiles information on related topics. Being a Library Researcher requires a bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Library Researcher relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Library Assistant
Public Services (Children's, Teen and Adult)
We are seeking tech savvy individuals to join our children’s, teen and adult services teams providing excellent patron-facing services at our Downtown Library. Additionally, these positions will provide support for library programs.
Expertise
I am the public face of the Library and am responsible for ensuring that patrons receive exceptional service as I help them navigate and utilize the Library's physical and digital content, services, and spaces. I maintain positive relationships with Library professionals who direct and guide my daily work and with patrons and the community. I serve as an assistant in various projects and patron programming. I thrive in building my skills and abilities within my specified areas of expertise and I engage with colleagues to enhance my range of knowledge in Library services.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities, Knowledge and Skills
projects.
Required Education/Experience and License/Certifications
Supervision Received
Receives general direction. Follows standard procedures and operates with infrequent functional guidance. Works independently and normally sets work flow and performance routines. Unusual questions and situations are referred to the supervisor or manager, frequently accompanied with additional information and suggestions for correction.
Supervision or Leadership Exercised
None.
Working Conditions
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: An individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodations, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Department
Children, Teen and Adult Departments
Reports To
Department Manager
Benefit/FLSA Status
Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Classification
Pay Grade 112
Hours/Week
25 Hrs./Wk.
Compensation
See Wage and Salary Schedule
Certification(s)
None
MCPL employees may be assigned to work on weekdays, evenings or weekends. MCPL remains open during local academic breaks and we are unable to accommodate extended absences, including those associated with semester breaks. MCPL work schedules adjust in response to changing operational needs.
This job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, assignments, or working conditions associated with this job.
MCPL is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its employees, patrons and community.