Paralibrarian

The Paralibrarian 2 works under the supervision of the Library Director and/or the Reference & Technology Librarian and is responsible for Adult Services consisting of circulation, inter-library loan, and adult programming.  Performs public contact work to help patrons with library needs. Performs duties the Director deems necessary as consistent with the employee’s training and ability.   This full-time, non-exempt employee must be available evenings and Saturdays. The current schedule is one evening per week and alternate Saturdays, is subject to change. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(The essential functions listed below are intended only as examples of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.).

• Plans and implements recreational programming for adults in coordination with the Reference & Technology Librarian.
• Produce and distribute adult programming quarterly newsletter and program flyers.
• Assists in library marketing efforts through the maintenance of the library website, helping to maintain a social media presence, newspaper press releases, and by other mediums.
• Primary interlibrary loan contact for the library. Maintains contact with Massachusetts Library system delivery and inter-library loan services. Processes the daily delivery of holds. Maintains ComCat and oversees holds are processed timely.
• Assists with promoting library materials and services, sets up monthly reading displays, schedules display case exhibits.
• Assists users in locating appropriate material and engages in reader’s advisory.
• Provides general and directional assistance to all users, in person, by phone and by email.
• Utilizes a wide range of print/non-print resources, including electronic databases and the Internet to locate appropriate information.
• Assists in the oversight of library circulation desk, pages, and volunteers.
• Educates and assists users in the use of the library and its resources, including the catalog, electronic resources, equipment, and patron services.
• Attends professional development workshops, meetings, or webinars as required.
• Serves on town or regional library committees as needed.
• Assists the Library Director in creating and updating library policies and procedures as needed. Assists with implementing strategic planning goals and other library initiatives.
• May assist with collection development for adult collections. 
• As needed, assists with technical services processing, including labeling and covering library materials, cataloging, and maintaining bibliographic records utilizing automated ILS software.
• Performs similar or related work as directed by the Library Director and/or designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience in the library field or equivalent work experience.  Must have working knowledge of library procedures and some knowledge of practices and techniques of modern library operations including circulation and information access. In addition, applicant must have ability to follow detailed directions and always meet and deal courteously with the public.  Familiarity with the use of computers and Microsoft Office software is also required. Familiarity with Evergreen ILS strongly preferred.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE                                                                                                                                                                        Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and completed Town of Ludlow application (available at www.ludlow.ma.us:81/HR/) via email to HRJobs@ludlow.ma.us.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled. No application submissions will be accepted if incomplete.  Qualified applicants will be called for an interview.  Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified.  Applications are not held on file.

DISCLAIMER: This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The Town of Ludlow is an EOE/AA employer: Pay Equity/Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer.

The Town of Ludlow is an (EOE) equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.