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Help us champion curiosity, spark imagination, and keep the library the coolest place in town. Are you passionate about connecting people with information, stories, and community. Do you love working with children, teens, and families.

Our library is looking for an enthusiastic entry-level Librarian to join our team and help shape exceptional patron experiences across all service areas. What You'll Do In this role, you'll rotate between our Reference, Circulation, and Children's service desks to provide friendly, knowledgeable support to patrons of all ages. You will: Assist patrons with reference questions, reader's advisory, and digital resource use Teach library users how to effectively navigate the internet and online research tools Plan, deliver, and evaluate engaging programs for children, tweens, and teens, such as storytime, STEAM activities, gaming events, book clubs, and homework support Select, maintain, and evaluate youth collections in print, digital, and multimedia formats Collaborate with local schools, daycares, and community organizations through outreach and partnership-building Stay current with library trends and technology by attending workshops and maintaining active membership in the Oregon Library Association Support additional areas as needed, which may include database selection, collection development, adult programming, website content, and social media Take on other responsibilities that contribute to our vibrant, community-focused library Who You Are You're curious, community-minded, and eager to grow your professional library skills.

You enjoy working with diverse age groups and thrive in an environment where each day offers something new. First review of applications will occur on June 1st and will remain posted until June 30th. Example of Duties and/or Qualifications JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM/MANDATORY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described.

A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be: Master's Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited University preferred. Will consider a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three years of relevant experience in a public library. KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of computers and other technologies commonly found in public libraries.

Office procedures, methods, equipment including computers, and such applicable software applications as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Mathematical principles. Business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials.

Methods and techniques of proper phone etiquette. Customer service and public relations methods and techniques. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Social Media to include, but not limited to, Facebook and Twitter. SKILLS: Strong skill in the use of personal computers, various related software programs including Microsoft Office 2013 (Excel and Word), and standard office equipment. Skills in internet and other online database searching techniques.

Skills in the use of library automation software, such as Innovative Interfaces Sierra, or others in common library use. Skills in web design, including a basic knowledge of HTML. Strong time management, analytical, organization, and prioritization skills.

Customer service orientation and skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communications skills with a variety of audiences. Competence in business English, spelling, and punctuation.

Strong reasoning, math, analysis, and problem-solving skills combined, with excellent judgment and professionalism. ABILITIES: Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with city management, other employees, Council members, other entities, and the public. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with individuals and groups.

Ability to maintain efficient and effective systems and procedures. Ability to follow direction. Ability to function in an intense work environment with numerous interruptions and conflicting demands.

Ability to communicate complex material in a simple, understandable manner. Ability to elicit information and cooperation from individuals and groups. Ability to honor the confidentiality required of this position.

Ability to manage multiple demands and deadlines occurring simultaneously. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

Physical Demands PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility including the ability to frequently lift or move materials up to five pounds and occasionally lift or move materials up to sixty pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required more than 60% of the work period to operate equipment such as computers, keyboards, telephones, and standard office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work location is primarily indoors where work period occurs under usual office working conditions. How to Apply All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofnewport Only complete applications will be considered. Please do not fax, mail or e-mail any documentation

You will receive a confirmation email when your application has been successfully submitted. The City of Newport is an EEO employer and veteran's preference provider. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.

All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of a background check, reference checking, and in the case of safety sensitive positions, drug and alcohol testing. The City of Newport follows Oregon law regarding Veterans' Preference in Public Employment. If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veteran's Preference Form and attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215.

If you are a disabled veteran, you must also include a copy of your Veteran's Administration benefit summary/award letter with your application.