Salary: $54,870.00 - $65,149.00 AnnuallyLocation : Boise, IDJob Type: Full Time RegularJob Number: 23 -06958Department: LibraryDivision: Library Information ServicesOpening Date: 01/02/2025Closing Date: 1/17/2025 12:00 PM MountainSummary StatementBoise Public Library is where everyone in Boise goes to grow. Our mission is to provide access and opportunity for everyone by connecting people to ideas, information and community. The City of Boise is accepting applications for an experienced, professional librarian to serve the community in Information Services at the main library downtown. Preferred candidates will express interest and experience with one or more specialties such as non-traditional, emerging technologies or local historical research.
- Performs professional librarian duties, including customer service, program development, outreach, community service, training and direction to library customers and staff members.
- Works with customers and staff to access a variety of information.
- May be required to work at various locations in the library system.
- Works 1 evening per week and rotating weekends to deliver the stellar customer service we provide to our community.
- This position works under limited supervision.
City employees enjoy a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family. Plus, a retirement plan that provides a lifetime annuity, investment matching, a cash-incentive wellness program, public employee student loan forgiveness, paid parental leave, and more. We're famous for unparalleled benefits-come see why everyone's talking! Essential Functions Manages development, design and implementation of library programs, community events and public instruction workshops. Determines program content, community partners and delivery methods. Negotiates contracts with authors, performers, presenters and vendors. Establishes and maintains community partnerships in order to provide educational and recreational opportunities to library users. Coordinates the advertising and marketing of library programs. Provides support and training in technology use and topics, reference and reader's advisory services and assists users with research through the use of the online library system and all library resources. Builds subject guides and finds aids or other educational materials to help users identify and access print and digital government information. Evaluates, develops and implements department policies and procedures to library users and staff. Determines the best course of action to resolve issues and conflict resolution. Participates in interdivisional teams. Collaborates with staff in other library divisions/locations, city departments and outside organizations and governmental entities to develop new offerings and improve existing offerings. Assists supervisor and management with activities such as training, mentoring and scheduling staff, measuring staff activity, reporting, resolving issues, etc. Curates an advanced knowledge base of library resources and practices. Maintains an awareness of current trends and technologies that affect library services and customers. Performs all duties of lower-level library positions, in addition to providing mentoring and team coordination; performs more complex, skilled tasks, and assists others as required.Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
- Master's degree in library and information science and
- 4 years of experience working in a public library developing and implementing library programs and providing reference and reader's advisory service, or
- an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Knowledge of:
- public library approaches, policies and procedures;
- quality customer service techniques;
- theory and practice of reference services;
- intellectual freedom and open access;
- print, electronic and web-based library resources;
- computer usage including related software such as Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and ILS systems; and
- the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP).
Ability to:
- demonstrate leadership to staff;
- work effectively with diverse personalities and populations, using tact, good reasoning and sound judgment;
- analyze and resolve customer issues;
- organize, implement, evaluate and modify programs;
- speak in public and make effective presentations to groups;
- communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
- perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
- Master's degree in library and information science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited university and
- 6 years of experience in a public library setting developing and implementing library programs.
- Two years of experience performing duties of a professional librarian in a reference or adult services field or division.
Special RequirementsApplicants must be able to pass:City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process RegulationEducation VerificationWorking Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently lifting/carrying up to 20 pounds and occasionally lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 75 pounds and occasionally pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand and walk. Working EnvironmentThe work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria and chemicals. This position works: weekends in rotation on regular basis, and evenings on weekly schedule. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.Healthcare:
- ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
- Low-cost dental and vision options.
- Post-employment health savings account.
Retirement and Investment Plans:
- PERSI retirement benefits
- 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
- 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match
WellBeing Program:
- Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
- Alternative transportation incentives.
Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave:
- 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
- 12 paid holidays every year
- 8 hours of sick leave per month
- 10 weeks Parental Leave
Life & Long Term Disability:
- Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
- Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you
Other optional benefits:
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Supplemental Disability Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free local bus pass
- Corporate discount programs
- AFLAC
- Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.
Please visit our website for further details 01 Please list any experience you have with emerging technologies (past examples include 3D printing, laser engraving, digital readers). 02 Please list any experience you have with local historical research. 03 Please describe any other skills, interests and experience you have with specialties in information services for the public. Required Question