McAllen City Jobs – Children’s Librarian

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides reference, information and general library assistance to the public, particularly children, in person, by telephone and through other on-demand methods.
• Selects books and other library materials for the Children’s Services division.
• Assists head of the department in executing story time, craft activities, audio-visual presentations and internet accessed programs and presentations.
• Supervises department in the absence of the Supervisor of Children’s.
• Prepares monthly statistical report.
• Submits dates and event information to Supervisor of Children’s Services for approval and markets same through a variety of resources.
• Assists in maintaining order and discipline particularly with reference to the public.
• Coordinates with other Library and City Departments.
  Performs database and Internet searches to assists patrons.
• Attends professional workshops and meetings to continually update professional skills.
• Assists with displays, booklists and decoration of department.
• Assists and represents the Supervisor of Children’s Services by performing related work activities as assigned..

Job Requirements:

• Standard pre-employment screening and background clearance is required.
• Must have considerable knowledge of library science and children’s literature, permitting the solution of highly complex as well as routine work problems.
• Must have working knowledge of common computer applications and use of the Internet.
• Must have clear, concise oral and written communication skills to prepare and present reports, outreach programs and public speaking engagements.
• English and Spanish bilingual communication skills are not required but preferred.
• Must exemplify professional employee characteristics exhibiting ethical standards, punctuality, excellent attendance, a strong work ethic and a courteous, conscientious and generally businesslike manner in the workplace.
• Must demonstrate effective supervisory, administrative, time management and personnel management skills.
• Must be able to meet departmental goals and objectives, job responsibilities and essential job duties.

Qualification & Experience:

Job Details:

Company: City of McAllen

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Functions: Other

Job Location: Dallas, TX, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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