Reference Associate at Midtown Carnegie Library

Position

Reference Associate

LOCATION:

Midtown Carnegie Branch - 397 E Central Street - Springfield, MO

Classification

Part Time

Track

Library Specialist I

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

PAY RATE: $16.34 per hour

Application Deadline

Until Filled

This is a part-time position, approximately**20**hours per week. Candidates must be available to work budgeted hours during open hours of the library: Monday through Saturday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. Some Saturdays will be required. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Librarys responsibility to the citizens of Greene County.

Excellent Part Time Benefits

include Paid Time Off and holiday pay. Employee Assistance Program, Vision and Dental insurance, Telehealth and a retirement savings plan are also available.

This position requires a BS/BA degree in a related field.

To be considered for this position

Transcripts Must Accompany Your Application.

All candidates for employment must be at least 16 years old.

Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as quantity. Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums stated herein.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment

Applications may be found online at

http://thelibrary.org/work then follow the link provided for this Job Posting. Complete the application and submit your transcript, if required, through our online application process.

Direct questions through e-mail to

[email protected]

or call 417-616-0589 Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm.

Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment.

Position Summary

The Reference Associate assists library patrons with reference inquiries, research assistance, and information retrieval. This role involves guidance on using library resources, answering reference questions, and conducting literary searches. The associate may also assist in maintaining reference materials, creating research guides, and contributing to library programming and outreach efforts. Strong communication skills, a service-oriented approach, and familiarity with library systems and research tools are essential for success in this role.

Essential Functions

Greets patrons and provides proactive assistance at the public service desk/phone

Provides reader advisory service with the guidance of Reference Librarians

Helps patrons navigate the library catalog and databases

Helps patrons with general reference and tech assistance

Routinely re-shelves reference materials

Processes materials, handles holds

May contribute to the Library District's reference services by posting articles to the Library's blog, may assist in the upkeep of social media or other services

Performs

public speaking, programming, and tours with the guidance of Reference Librarians

Provides handoff to various other specialists w