Adult Services Librarian - **Master's Degree Required**

General Summary

MASTER'S DEGREE REQUIRED

Why work for the City of Wylie?

The reason we exist is to serve our residents and guests. By combining our unique talents to ensure the preservation of the small town feel of our area, we are committed to building and sustaining a safe community where economic development and neighborhood enrichment can flourish while creating an unparalleled experience for all.

How we accomplish our mission:

Leveraging the diversity of our workforce to continually think and do things differently, the City of Wylie invests in the development of our employees by providing them with a working environment that serves to enhance their personal happiness and elevate their professional goals.

The City of Wylie's award winning Smith Public Library has an exciting opportunity available for a customer service oriented individual to assist patrons in the Adult Services Section of the Library. This selected applicant would be responsible for creating a positive environment that will empower and motivate patrons. Promotes and nurtures the habit of reading and learning. Dedicated to serving the citizens of Wylie and upholding the library mission.

Supervision is provided by the Public Services Supervisor.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday- Wednesday 9 am to 6 pm

Thursday 11:15 am to 8:15 pm

Friday 8:15 am to 5:15 pm

Works the 2nd Saturday of every month

Tuesday & Wednesday 9 am to 6 pm

Thursday 11:15 am to 8:15 pm

Friday 8:15 am to 5:15 pm

Saturday 9:15 am to 5:15 pm

Essential Job Functions

• Provides reference assistance and customer service in the Adult Area on a daily basis, in a positive manner.

• Provides readers' advisory service to patrons.

• Plans and implements engaging in-person and virtual activities.

• Provides outreach to the senior population.

• Manages and creates content for social media including promotional materials.

• Develops part of the adult collection by choosing quality materials outlined by the criteria listed in our Collection Development Policy. Keeps assigned collections current and in good condition.

• Troubleshoots basic office equipment and library applications on patron devices when needed.

• Collaborates with fellow librarians and support staff.

• Supports paraprofessional staff through training, mentoring, and modeling best practices.

• Partners with community organizations when needed to enhance or promote library services.

• Keeps current on information regarding trends in library services and innovative programming.

• Assists with any library service where help is needed such as at computers or anywhere in the library.

• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.

• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.

• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school. Recent continuing education training through attendance at workshops and courses. Public services experience required. Two years' experience in a public library is preferred. Extensive knowledge of basic electronic and book reference tools. Experience with 3D printing. Canva Pro experience is preferred. Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

PHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED:

Moderate: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED:

Balancing Bending Carrying Climbing

Crawling Crouching Fine Dexterity Handling

Hearing Kneeling Lifting Pushing/Pulling

Reaching Sitting Standing Talking

Twisting Vision Walking

PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT: Indoors

SHIFT WORK: No

CALL-OUT: No

• Retirement benefits with Texas Municipal Retirement System. Contributions by payroll deduction. Employee contributes at 7% level. City matches 200% of employee contribution. Mandatory.

• Deferred compensation

• Nationwide and Edward Jones. The City does not contribute. Employee contributions by pre and post-tax payroll deduction. Optional.

• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription insurance PPO plan. City pays full premium for employee, approximately 47% of dependent premium.

• Flexible Spending Account - allows for pre-tax deduction for eligible medical expenses as well as dependent care expenses. Optional.

• Life insurance

• 2x annual salary through New York Life. Fully paid by City and 1x annual salary through TMRS. Total of 3x annual base salary.

• Long-Term Disability for all full-time City employees.

• Twelve paid holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and one floating holiday.

• Vacation

• Earn three weeks of vacation in the first year.

• Sick leave accrues each full pay period.

• Sick leave conversion to vacation leave (once per year in January).

• Sick leave buy back (if budget allows; once per year).

• Bereavement leave, military leave, jury duty leave.

• Longevity pay $4 per month of service; paid once per year.

• Workers' compensation benefits

• Tuition reimbursement - $2,000 per year.

• Direct Deposit

• City of Wylie Payroll will deposit employee paycheck to any bank accepting wire transfers.

• Family and Medical Leave Policy as described by federal legislation.

• Free Recreation Center employee membership.

• City pays every two weeks. (26 pay periods per year)

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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to confirm that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes

• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or equivalent

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Some College

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or Higher

03

Are you currently an employee at the City of Wylie? If you are applying for a position within your current department, the Internal Transfer Request IS NOT required. If you are applying for a position within another department, you must submit a completed Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources, prior to submitting your application. Your application will not be forwarded to the hiring manager until you have submitted the completed Internal Transfer Request. (Employee Handbook, Section 23: Transfers, Promotions & Interim Pay: "Current employees must submit an online application or a resume as well as an Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources for consideration.") Please request a link to the Internal Transfer Request form from HR.

• Yes, I am currently an employee at the City of Wylie

• No, I am not currently an employee at the City of Wylie

04

Have you ever worked for a city/municipality?

• Yes

• No

05

If yes, please list which city, dates of employment and position. If no, please type N/A.

06

Have you worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application?

• Yes

• No

07

If you have worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application, please describe below.

08

I understand that to be considered for this position that I must include a cover letter and resume and have done so.

• Yes

• No

09

I understand that I am required to complete all sections of this application thoroughly and that I may not attach a resume in lieu of completing this application. I also understand that my application will be rejected if it is incomplete.

• Yes

• No

10

Please take this opportunity to review your responses to the supplemental questions. Ensure that the qualifications stated above can be cross-referenced with the qualifications in your application. Your application may not be considered for further review if you have failed to show details of where the minimum qualifications are met. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you understand this statement, have reviewed your responses to the questions for accuracy and verify that your responses accurately describe your current qualifications.

• I verify that all of my responses to the supplemental questions are true and accurate. I accept that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do no support one or more of my responses to the supplemental questions that my application may be disapproved and/or I may be removed from consideration.

Required Question

Agency City of Wylie

Address 300 Country Club Road

Wylie, Texas, 75098

Phone 972-516-6040

Website http://www.wylietexas.gov