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Librarian - Children's Services

Part-time

Salt Lake County

MIDVALE, UTPart-time$24.69–37.04/hrPosted 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$24.69–37.04/hr
Location
MIDVALE, UT
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Librarian - Children's Services provides reference and reader’s advisory services, selects and manages library materials, and plans programs and outreach. The role assists customers with computers and electronic resources, maintains library web pages, and may serve as librarian-in-charge. A master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science is required, with an alternative master’s degree accepted alongside one year of professional librarian experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Public LibrarianshipCollection DevelopmentReference and Reader AdvisoryProgramming and OutreachBudgetingRecordkeepingMarketing and MerchandisingTelephone EtiquettePersonal Computer OperationAutomated Library SystemsLibrary Equipment OperationJob-Specific SoftwareWork PlanningProgram DevelopmentCustomer ServiceIndependent and TeamworkVerbal and Written CommunicationProblem SolvingDecision MakingCross-Cultural CommunicationData OrganizationExpenditure TrackingEmergency ResponseConflict Resolution

Qualifications

Master's in Library Science or Library and Information ScienceOther Master's Plus One Year Librarian ExperiencePre-Employment Background CheckSubsequent Mandatory Background Checks

Full job description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Provides reference and reader's advisory services to library customers. Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion. Tracks materials budget. Plans, coordinates, and provides library programs and outreach services. Assists customers in the use of personal computer and electronic resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science, or in Library and Information Science. Other accredited Master’s degree will be accepted when combined with one (1) year of professional Librarian experience in a public library or school library/media center.

Preference will be given to candidates with MLS/MLIS degrees.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provides reference and reader's advisory services and information about library policies, materials, services, and community resources in person, on the phone, or through electronic communications.

  • Provides information to staff on appropriate ways of dealing with customers in the library, including children and/or young adults.

  • Evaluates and selects materials for purchase and deletion in assigned area. Monitors assigned allocation of library materials budget.

  • Provides input on the branch collection development plan and strategic goals.

  • Develops, maintains, and participates in outreach activities to promote use of library materials and services.

  • Creates, coordinates, and provides programs, activities, and resources for the library. Some may be targeted for outreach to children and young adults.

  • Assists customers in the use of personal computers and electronic resources.

  • Develops, monitors, and maintains the Library's web pages and verifies links on the Library’s home page.

  • Serves as librarian-in-charge as assigned or on a rotation basis, handling emergencies as well as customer complaints.

  • Participates in training workshops, committees, task forces, and other professional development activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:

  • Principles and practices of public librarianship

  • Collection development principles and practices

  • Reference/reader's advisory techniques and resources

  • Programming and outreach methods

  • Basic budgeting principles and recordkeeping

  • Marketing and merchandising techniques

  • Telephone etiquette

Skills and Abilities to:

  • Operate personal computer, automated library system, and other standard library equipment

  • Work with computer software related to job-specific duties

  • Plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments

  • Develop age-level appropriate programs

  • Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and co-workers

  • Work independently and also in a team environment

  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

  • Problem-solve and make sound decisions

  • Work effectively with people from diverse social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds

  • Organize data and track expenditures

  • Handle emergencies and appropriately resolve complaints and conflicts

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Job LocationsUS-UT-MIDVALE

Requisition ID2026-42050

of Openings1

Posted Date (10/31/2026 12:14 PM)

DepartmentLibrary Services

Location : LocationUS-UT-MIDVALE

Location : Address8041 S WOOD ST

Location : Postal Code84047

Position TypeRegular Part-Time (Merit)

Post End Date11/10/2026

Grade014

Minimum Pay$24.69/Hr.

Maximum Pay$37.04/Hr.

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