Jobs at APL
Occasionally the Allentown Public Library seeks reliable, responsible, and motivated people to add to its staff.
If you are interested in applying for a position you will need to provide a cover letter, resume, and references. Any potential employee must receive a clean background check before being offered a position.
How to Apply to an open position
You can apply in writing or via Email.
Writing:
Allentown Public Library
Job #/Job Title
1210 Hamilton Street
Allentown, PA 18102
Please include the JOB# and Job Title on the front of the mailing envelope.
Email:
allentownlibraryjobs@gmail.com
Please include the JOB# and Job Title in the subject line of all email.
No telephone or in-person inquiries please.
Full Time Reference Librarian
Job Summary
The Full Time Reference Librarian provides a wide range of Library services under the direction of the Adult Services Coordinator. This position requires evenings and Saturdays. Primary responsibilities include providing point-of-use reference, research assistance, technology help, readers advisory, and proctoring services; creating informational materials in diverse formats; and assisting in collection management projects. The ideal candidate is personable and friendly, enjoys being part of a team, working with the community, and has a passion for public library work. Must be able to bend, reach, lift, stoop, and push a book truck. Must possess the manual dexterity and hand eye coordination to operate a computer. Must be able to communicate with the public and speak clearly.
Duties & Tasks
- Provide direct research and reference services utilizing a broad range of print and online resources by phone, email, and in person
- Assist patrons in selection of reading material through knowledge of the collection, current literature, and readers’ advisory resources.
- Assist patrons in the use of the automated catalog and other electronic library resources including databases
- Provide technical assistance at both the public computers and with personal patron devices.
- Conduct one-on-one technology assistance appointments
- Assist in maintaining and developing the library’s collection including print and electronic resources
- Proctor exams
- Assume responsibility as Librarian in Charge on evenings and weekends.
- Completes additional duties as assigned
Qualifications & Skills
- One (1) to Three (3) years library experience
- Knowledge of the professional methods of library science
- Knowledge of electronic and print reference and information resources
- Ability to interpret library resources and services for the general community
- Proficient technical skills with working knowledge of Google Workplace & Microsoft Office with the ability to assist patrons with computer and technological functions
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain a welcoming team environment and effective working relationships with others
- Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility and resourcefulness
- Ability to work independently under general supervision
Required Education
Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science from an accredited school.
Organizational Capabilities
- Job Knowledge: understands job procedures and methods; ability to acquire necessary skills; expertness in completion of assigned tasks
- Quality and Compliance: achieves a standard of excellence with work processes and outcomes; honors Library policies
- Collegiality: helpful, respectful, approachable and team oriented; builds strong working relationships within and among departments; supports a positive work environment
- Communication: balance in listening and talking; speaks and writes clearly and accurately; keeps others informed in a timely manner
- Efficiency: plans ahead; manages time well, including punctuality; creative and innovative; thinks of better ways to do things
- Initiative: takes ownership of work; does what is needed without being asked; follow through
- Community Focus: strives for high patron satisfaction in all interactions
- Coach-ability: receptive to feedback; willingness to learn; embraces continuous development
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $45,000 – $48,000