[OPLINLIST] Full Time Technical Services/Children's Librarian Position in Wooster, OH

[Jennifer Shatzer]

Wayne County Public Library
Wooster/Main Library and Operations Center

Position Opening

Title:  Technical Services/Children's Librarian at Wooster Library            Date Posted:  August 7, 2015

Job Responsibilities:  Under general supervision, the Technical Services/ Children's Librarian assigns call numbers using current cataloging codes and local practice rules to items including printed materials, audio/visual materials, toys, special kits, etc. Assigns reading levels to First Reader materials. Provides direct reference and reader's advisory service to the public in person, by telephone, internet or mail using materials in a variety of formats appropriate to the reading level and interest of the patron, and assists patrons in locating library materials.

Qualifications:  Master's degree in library science (American Library Association accredited school required). Students pursuing an ML(I)S degree may be considered. Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Working Conditions: Full-time, approximately 20 hours in the Technical Services Department and 20 hours in the Children's Department.

Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

Knowledge of: *Library policies and procedures, Dewey Decimal Classification System, customer interest levels, Library materials, programs and services, computer software and electronic information resources (*may be acquired after hire.)

Skills and Abilities to: Present a positive, professional image to the public; interact and respond appropriately to patrons and staff; develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and staff; communicate effectively in written and oral form; maintain confidentiality.

Illustrative Duties:  Maintains working knowledge of the collections and services available.  Reads reviews and other information resources. Catalogs based on rules according to national standards and local practice. Weeds assigned sections of the collection and evaluates dated, damaged or worn materials and discards as needed. Collects data and compiles reports as needed. Assists in special projects and tasks as assigned.

Pay Range: Starts at $14.91 - $19.01 per hour, depending upon qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:  Applications may be obtained at any of our locations or downloaded online at www.wcpl.info. Completed library applications and resumes may be emailed to: jobs at wcpl.info or mailed to:




Wayne County Public Library
P.O. Box 1349
Wooster, OH 44691.
Attn: Human Resources Coordinator

Deadline:  Applications received by August 21, 2015 will be given first consideration.


Jennifer Shatzer
Director
Wayne County Public Library
304 N. Market St.
Wooster, OH 44691
330.262.0986
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