Public Services Librarian LIB/2-517
Library

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for coordinating assigned library services and programs and for providing services to
library patrons.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Oversees the maintenance and development of the library collection as assigned; orders new materials;

evaluates and weeds materials; straightens shelves; orders replacements for materials that are damaged or
lost.

2. Oversees children’s library services as assigned; assists in the selection of library materials; provides
reference and readers’ advisory services; coordinates book clubs, summer reading programs, and other
programs; plans and conducts weekly preschool story time.

3. Oversees teen library services and programs as required; develops and implements educational programs
and event; administers contracts with service providers; evaluates quality and usefulness of program
services; establishes and maintains viable relationships with community agencies; develops partnerships to
enhance library awareness and promote teen services.

4. Plans, organizes, and develops adult programming as assigned.
5. In the absence of the Director, supervises library assistants, pages and volunteers; serves as liaison to

community organizations; resolves problems and concerns; gathers and prepares statistical reports; initiates
maintenance and repair activities as needed; develops grants.

6. Responds to the informational needs of the patrons; answers reader’s advisory questions; answers reference
questions; conducts community outreach events; develops and disseminates promotional materials; gives
presentations to community groups and meetings to promote programs and services.

7. Implements circulation procedures; provides information assistance to the public regarding library programs,
services, materials, facilities, equipment, fees and library procedures; checks materials in and out; places
materials on hold; answers telephone; renews materials; collects money for fines; issues library cards; assists
patrons to locate material.

8. Ensures that inter-library loan materials are delivered in a timely manner; packages materials being sent to
other libraries; unpacks materials delivered to library; checks in related materials; notifies patrons when
materials arrive; prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, inter-library loans, invoices,
gift donation forms; cataloging reports, policies and procedures, professional literature manuals, periodical
updates an reference materials; reviewing, processing and forwarding as appropriate.

9. Assists patrons with public access computers; performs basic maintenance which includes clearing paper
jams, replacing paper, toner and coordinating service tickets as needed.

10. Retrieves books from outside book returns.
11. Maintains a current knowledge of trends and advances in the profession; maintains awareness of new

technology; reads various books, literary journals and publications; participates in professional organizations
and maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops, training sessions and continuing education
opportunities as appropriate.

12. Attends professional conferences and other training and networking opportunities.
13. Develops and updates library displays.
14. Proficient in marketing programs and services through flyers, displays, posters and library approved social

media accounts.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. Knowledge of collection development principles.
2. Knowledge of available resources for program content.
3. Knowledge of collection management principles.
4. Knowledge of patron services principles and practices.

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5. Knowledge of library programming principles.
6. Skill in the supervision and training of personnel.
7. Skill in the use of computers and job related software programs.
8. Skill in grant application and administration procedures.
9. Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
10. Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Library Director assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed
work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include library policies and procedures, the county personnel handbook, American Library Association
guidelines, Georgia Public Service guidelines, and sample guidelines, policies, and procedures from similar
institutions. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of varied administrative, supervisory, and technical librarian duties. Rapid technological

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HIPAA COMPLIANCE

• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, as amended, requires employees to protect