An energetic and highly motivated individual who possesses excellent customer service, technical and interpersonal skills is needed. The ideal candidate will have experience working closely with people of all ages in a fast-paced full-service library environment. Key responsibilities include staffing the information desk, presenting story times, creating new and innovative programs for the public, using state-of-the-art technology to develop library content, and selecting interesting and relevant titles for the collection.
Special projects may include working on plans for a new branch library and community center in north Sunnyvale and expanding the Library's community engagement and outreach activities. The candidate will be required to work the information desk for both Adult Services and Youth Services, and may be required to work evenings and weekends. Librarians work under the direction of the Supervising Librarians of Adult Services or Children and Teen Services and other management staff in a team-oriented and forward-thinking environment.
May include, but are not limited to, the following : Provides information, reference and reader's advisory services for children, teens, and adults. Interprets and implements library policies, procedures and resources. Assists patrons in locating, selecting and using materials, and in answering a wide variety of questions. Participates in collection development activities, including selection, evaluation, merchandising and de-selection that meet the needs of the community.
Participates in professional meetings, organizations, committees and workshops as resources permit. Participates in assigned library projects. Trains and directs the work of other library personnel. Seeks, writes and administers grant programs and other special projects.
Maintains library materials and information on various databases. Organizes and carries out programs such as: storytelling, story times, book discussions, and school visits, recommendations of reading materials for children, teens, and parents.
