MONTGOMERY COUNTY JOB POSTING NOTICE

 

Department:

Montgomery County Library

Job Grade:

11

Job Title:

Reference Librarian

Salary:

$34,065 to $41,520

Salary based on qualifications

Location:

Montgomery County

Mitchell Library

Civil Service:

YES

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Montgomery County reserves the right to close this position without notice.

Submit Application: (please DO NOT just email your resume)

Fax: (936)788-8396

E-mail:  jobs@mctx.org

Attention: Montgomery County HR Department

Accepting Walk-In Applications:

Montgomery County Human Resources

501 N Thompson Suite 400       Conroe, TX  77301

M-Fri 8am – 5pm  (Closed Fri 12pm-1pm)

Job Description

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements

·         Masters degree in Library Science from a ALA-accredited program

·         Previous library work experience

·         Internet search skills

·         Experience with PC maintenance desirable

·         Presentation experience and skill

·         Experience with computer software and technology, including use of electronic catalog

·         Experience in accomplishing objectives within team setting

·         Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office

·         Good communication skills, oral and written

Primary Duties

·         Provides reader’s advisory and reference service including on-line computer searching

·         Reference librarian is responsible for facilities and operations during weekend and evening shifts
  • Assists in maintaining and developing the library collections, including print, audiovisual, and electronic resources

·         Attends and participates in professional activities, conferences, and committees

·         May plan, organize and/or present programs to address service needs and training

·         Selects materials for the circulating and reference collections

·         Helps develop and maintain the ready reference file

·         Maintains an awareness of professional trends, methods and ethics

·         Performs other work as needed

 

After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicant must pass a drug screen (1/2 cost = $20.00, responsibility of applicant) and may need a physical agility test (1/2 cost = $22.50, responsibility of applicant) before becoming an employee of Montgomery County.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Position No:

6511-7203-18

Date:

10.13.09

Requisition No:

1600