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We are looking for an organized librarian who is committed to public and customer service. As a librarian, you will manage advanced electronic resources, digital records, and help patrons access a wide range of information. You will maintain our library collection by managing books, media, and electronic resources. You will also carry out library administrative tasks and organize community events.

• Assist patrons in finding reading materials and media within the library and library system
• Facilitate and record library holds and interlibrary loans
• Update and replace damaged library inventory
• Check-in and shelve books, reading material, graphic novels, movies, and other media available for check-out
• Organize children and teen reading events; read stories at programs for children
• Improve patron reading skills through lessons, interactive storytelling, and hands-on activities
• Organize community events and programs
• Manage acquisitions of new materials and inventory
• Help patrons research scholarly and public information
• Educate patrons on technology like electronic search tools, 3-D printers, and computer basics

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field
• Master's degree in Library Science or information studies accredited by the American Library Association (ALA)
• Meet state required licensure/certification
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Organized and able to create multiple timelines, budgets, and schedules
• Strong interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and move to replace books and materials; able to pull or push cart of books and materials
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently

• Library scheduling and management software and systems experience preferred