Camarillo Public Library is where discovery leads. As a Librarian 1 - Adult Librarian, you will work with our Adult Services team, managing collections, hosting events, and providing resources to our patrons. Our beautiful building is home to a technology lab, abundant study rooms, and a Homework Center. Close to the beach, mountains, and Los Angeles, you'll enjoy a sunny, temperate climate and join compassionate, creative colleagues.
The Adult Librarian is the entry level position to the Librarian job family. The Adult Librarian works alongside members of the Library Management Team and with other key stakeholders to develop policies, procedures, workflows and sustainable approaches for a variety of library programs and services. With more senior Librarian or Director oversight, works both independently and with other staff to execute small to large scale projects. Librarians are responsible for organizing and managing all resources in the library and may supervise Junior Library Associates.
Responsibilities:

• An individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily
• Coordinates and executes a variety of programs and initiatives for the library
• Evaluates basic statistical data and prepares basic statistical reports and surveys for the library, LS&S management and other entities i.e. local government/customers
• Processes, creates and edits bibliographic and item records for the library catalog
• Maintains and updates the library social media presence and webpage
• Provides reference and computer help to patrons
• Serves on committees and at times may serve as the chairperson for committees
• May handle opening and closing responsibilities; counting money, completing daily cash reports
• Be responsible for the collection management process.
• Be a proficient readers advisor
• May supervise junior Library Associates which includes managing performance, evaluation, interviewing/hiring, training and approving timesheets
• Know and understand the American Library Association's Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library. In addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library
• Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
• Other duties as assigned

RequirementsAn individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

• MLS or MLIS degree required
• One year librarian experience preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of online library databases and services
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekdays, evenings and weekends

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials
• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

Location: Camarillo, CA
Hours per Week: 40
Hourly Rate: $23.00