Digital Services Librarian
Meridian Library District Posted on 2022-11-18
| Salary | Not mentioned |
|---|---|
| Location | Meridian, ID 83642 |
| Type | Full-time |
Job Description
Position Summary
The Digital Services Librarian is responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the Meridian Library District website, intranet site (the Hub), digital database catalog, History Center collection, and District statistics. This position works under the supervision of the District Support Services Manager to manage vendor relationships, maintain collection of statistics, and provide staff training resources.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential
Project Management
Develops strategies and processes for the District’s operational data, including recording usage statistics and reports, and methods of records retention and file management. Instructs and trains staff around management of digital content (District records, digital files, intranet, and network drives). Researches and evaluates the needs of target audiences and recommends changes to the collection (digital resources, physical resources and equipment) to ensure the collection is relevant, current and responsive to community needs and priorities. Seeks out and applies for grant funding to support programs, equipment and new initiatives. Leads special projects in accordance with the Library’s Strategic Plan. Oversees digitization and management of History Center collection.
Customer Service
Assists patrons and staff by providing training resources utilizing the library’s databases and integrated library system (ILS), as well as creation of how-to guides and videos. Provides working knowledge in a variety of software applications, digital resources, and technology equipment and provides one-on-one training or assistance when appropriate. Acts as a liaison between staff and website vendors. Actively promotes respect for diversity and creates an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful library atmosphere that embraces diversity.
Operations
Works closely with marketing staff to promote and maintain communication of resources and services to an online audience via the District’s social media and public website. Responsible for ensuring digital resources are delivered with attention to user experience and according to library policies and procedures. Oversees digital content including maintaining the visual appearance, organization, and accessibility of all library resources online (databases, electronic materials, and the external website). Participates in community, school, and committees when applicable, and represents the library in a positive manner. Maintains personal and public calendars to ensure room availability and program promotion. Maintains good attendance and timekeeping records. May direct the work of volunteers, other employees, or interns as appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned.
Marginal
Is professionally active; identifies and participates in professional development opportunities. Reads widely to keep in touch with library trends, developments, and new technology and contributes ideas and suggestions to colleagues and library staff members.
Participates on committees, providing expertise for staff projects and advising the department on a librarian’s perspective for technology projects.
May travel to conferences as needed to present materials or represent the Library.
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Provides exemplary customer service and maintains a favorable public image of the library. The incumbent has a desire to work in a public service role. Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with people from diverse backgrounds, including entrepreneurs, small business owners, young adults, and students. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization and fosters positive partnerships with outside organizations.
Proficient with standard office applications (including Microsoft Office and Google applications), online library automation system and online searching. Understands the role of technology in providing library services and is technically savvy, exhibiting a high learning aptitude in a number of operating systems such as Windows, iOS, Mac, Android, and applications such as Adobe CS/CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.), iMovie, FinalCut Pro, GarageBand, Canva, Google Data Studio, and Microsoft Power. This position requires a knowledge and an aptitude and ability to learn and adapt to various hardware and software including audio visual equipment, personal computers, tablets, smart phones, various operating systems and gaming equipment.
Advanced understanding of public libraries and library services as well as knowledge of modern trends and best practices.
Experience: 3-5 years of professional library work experience.
Education: Master’s in Library Science or Master’s in Library Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution (enrolled or completed) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Training, Licenses, or Certifications: None
Supervisory Responsibility: No
Preferred Qualifications:
Desired personal attributes include an awareness of the entire community, a passion for engaging patrons from all backgrounds and all ages, and a positive and enthusiastic approach to providing library services.
Working Conditions
Physical Requirements: The job requires the employee to stand, twist/turn, maintain flexibility, hear, listen, see, and speak clearly; frequently stoop/bend and walk; perform manual dexterity movements; seldom sit, kneel, crawl, and balance. The job also requires the employee to lift and carry 10-25 lbs; reach at, above, and below shoulder height; grasp objects weighing 10-25 lbs.; push and pull objects weighing 50 lbs.
Mental Requirements: The job requires the employee to read, write, perform clerical duties, comprehend and use perception, perform alphabetical and numerical sorting/filing, and perform basic math.
Technology, Equipment, and Devices: The job requires the employee to regularly operate and exhibit proficiency with computers and commonly used Microsoft applications, library systems and databases, email and cloud environments, and social media. The job requires the employee to operate and troubleshoot a variety of technology equipment as well as smartphones, tablets, and e-readers. This position may require operation of a vehicle on behalf of the District.
Work Environment: The job requires the employee to be subjected to repetition, working alone, working remotely, working with community partners, working around others, verbal contact with others, face-to-face contact with diverse patrons, presenters and staff, inside environments, mechanical equipment, cabling and hookup of various and moving objects.
Expected Hours of Work: The job requires the incumbent to work a varied schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Position schedule is subject to change at any time at the discretion of management.
Expected travel: The job requires limited travel for training and conference activities. May require occasional travel between library locations.
Disclaimers: The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Meridian Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and employment practices are done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. In addition, preference in employment may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Company description:
Serving the fastest growing community in Southern Idaho, Meridian Library District offers a wide selection of books, magazine, DVDs, music and more! Providing a fulfilling and enriching experience to all who visit us either in person or on the web, we are committed to inspiring lifelong learning, advancing knowledge, and strengthening our community.
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