General Statement

Under the general direction of the Library Director or Head Librarian, this employee performs responsible professional and supervisory work in planning, implementing and managing a comprehensive program of services to library users. This position holds the classification of Librarian 2. The work involves planning, developing and coordinating services and resources designed to serve the reference and bibliographic needs of the public, with a focus on the Latino community. The work also includes outreach efforts to the Latino community as well as program planning assistance to the Youth Services Librarian. Spanish language skills are a must. The work requires the exercise of considerable professional skill, initiative and independent judgment. It also involves staff training and development.

Major Duties

Provides reference services to the public
Trains and supervises personnel of lesser Classification
Participates in the selection of materials for the Latino community
Provides readers advisory service
Instructs patrons in the use of the Online Public Access Computers and other library resources
Searches online databases and the Internet, trains staff, volunteers and the public in the use of these tools
Participates as required in the preparation of the annual budget
Interprets library rules and policies
Assists in monitoring the behavior and conduct of library users

Minor Duties

Designs, compiles and annotates bibliographies
Resolves office equipment malfunctions
Other reasonable duties as required

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of the professional practices, procedures and techniques of library science
Knowledge of Reference books and materials, and their use
Knowledge of book classification and arrangements
Knowledge of library rules and regulations
Skills in planning and supervising the work of others
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to interpret library resources and service to the library user

Experience and Training

A Master’s degree in Library Science and/or any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the potential ability to perform the duties of the position

Professional Responsibilities

Attends professional meetings, maintains memberships in professional library associations and participates in their activities. Keeps informed of current trends and developments affecting libraries.

All inquiries can be directed to my email or postal address listed below. Please also refer to the Sedona Public Library website at www.sedonalibrary.org.

David W. Keeber, MLS
Library Director
Sedona Public Library
3250 White Bear Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-7714
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Tanya Arnold

Student Services Coordinator

School of Information Sciences

College of Communication and Information

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Tel: 865-974-2858

Fax: 865-974-4967

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