Librarian - Adult Focus

Librarian - Adult Focus

Salt Lake City Public Library

 

Salary: $24.16/hour depending on qualifications

Status: Full-time/Non-Exempt

Posted: May 5, 2023

Closes: Open until filled, preference will be given to candidates that apply by June 5, 2023



Salt Lake City Public Library is seeking a fun and energetic Librarian focused on providing services to the adult population.  In this position the successful candidate will provide programming and services for adults. Successful candidates should demonstrate creativity, organizational skills, leadership, flexibility, and the ability to serve an ethnically and economically diverse population. 

 

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Minimum qualifications:

  • Completion of a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science and previous public library experience; an equivalent combination of education in liberal arts, science or business and experience which demonstrates knowledge will be considered.

  • Experience working with people who need help starting a small business or nonprofit.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills, ability to work with teams, and the ability to motivate and negotiate with people.

  • Experience working with ethnically and economically diverse groups. 

  • Understanding of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

  • Intermediate knowledge of operating a computer and programs.

  • Experience with taking a leadership role on a workgroup or task force.

  • Experience in mentoring other employees or volunteers.

  • Required to maintain professional knowledge and skills through reading professional journals, viewing related webinars, attending training or professional conferences.

  • Ability to work days, nights or weekends as scheduled.

  • If travel is required for library purposes must have transportation. If using personal vehicle must maintain state required insurance.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Spanish language and/or other non- English language skills.

  • Experience working with people who need help starting a small business or nonprofit.

  • Experience with library operations, programs and services.

  • Experience with library policies and procedures

  • Experience with library reference and circulation processes and procedures

  • Experience with library computer systems, library business and grants databases, databases, and commonly used technology and applications.

 

How to apply

  • Send an email with an attached resume and cover letter (PDF or Word Document) indicating position title to the Human Resources Department at hrlib@slcpl.org.

  • Open until filled, preference will be given to candidates that apply by June 5, 2023.

 

Current Opening: 

Glendale Branch Library, Manager Brooke Young

1375 Concord St, Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Note:  Candidates may be selected to fill vacancies at any Salt Lake City Public Library location.

 

For the full job announcement, visit the Salt Lake City Public Library website at slcpl.org/jobs.

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