Reference Librarian

PAY SCALE:  Library Associate III                           

Wages and terms of employment are covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the Portage County District Library (PCDL) and District 1199, SEIU.

HOURS: Average of 20 hours per week, includes some evenings and weekends. Hourly, non-exempt, bargaining unit.

JOB PURPOSE: To educate and assist patrons to use the Library to its fullest extent.

QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate four (4) year degree and applicable experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of library policies and procedures; operation of automated library equipment; computer operation and functions including data processing. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; plan, schedule and organize work; prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports; communicate effectively in written and oral form; answer routine inquiries from public; develop good rapport with library patrons, supervisors and co-workers.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES: Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and stand on kick-stool.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: (The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification).

70%                 REFERENCE AND COLLECTION MANAGEMENT DUTIES

                        *Determines and ascertains information and materials needed by patrons and recommends book selection based on                                    patron requests.

                        *Assists patrons in locating library materials and responds to patron reference questions;

                        *Instructs patrons in library computer use and supervises Internet usage.

                        *Maintains pamphlet file and other files as assigned.

                        *Conducts evaluation of reference materials;

                        *Notifies and documents reference needs to Branch Manager;

                        *Coordinates updating of library periodicals;

                        *Oversees updating of editions and repairs as needed;                     

                        *Reads reviews of materials such as Booklist, Library Journal, or other professional journals offered by

                          PCDL and recommends book selection.  

                        *Prepares, presents, and assists with patron programs as assigned.              

20%                 CIRCULATION RELATED DUTIES

                        *Checks library materials in/out to patrons on automated system;               

                        *Responds to patron questions about library materials and services such as interlibrary loans.

                        *Answers telephones;

                        *Directs patrons to appropriate area of the library;

                        *Issues library cards; 

                        *Places patron holds on materials;

                        *Collects Patron fines.

                        *Distributes Golden Buckeye applications and voter registration materials;

                          Maintains records as assigned.

10%                 MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES

                        Shelves library materials;

                        Attends staff meetings, workshops, in-service training, and serves on committees, as requested;

                        Performs additional duties as assigned.

                        Percentages may vary based on allocated hours.

                       *Denotes essential function of the job.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Applications received before Saturday; July 26, 2025 will receive first consideration. Position is open until filled.

PCDL is an Equal Opportunity Employer