LIBRARIAN I (CHILDREN’S SERVICES/SPANISH SPEAKING) 0819
DISTINGUISHING
FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under general supervision, an
employee in this class performs professional-level librarian duties in the
Children’s Services area of a public library utilizing both English and Spanish. Supervision may be exercised over
nonprofessional staff, and the incumbent may participate in the training of
Librarian Trainees. The work is reviewed
by a higher-level librarian or administrator through conferences, reports and
observation. Does related work as
required.
TYPICAL
WORK ACTIVITIES
Provides
advisory and guidance services to children/caregivers in both Spanish and
English;
Provides
library informational, reference and referral services in both Spanish and
English to Children’s Services library patrons;
Provides
basic technology assistance to library patrons;
Performs
routine cataloging and classification of library materials used in Children’s
Services;
Compiles bibliographies in both
Spanish and English; selects or assists in the selection of books and other
library materials for children;
Conducts
book talks, multimedia programs, story and picture book hours, and liaison
activities with community groups in both Spanish and English;
Prepares
library exhibits, displays and publicity materials focused on children and
children’s library programs in
both Spanish and English;
May
supervise the work of nonprofessional staff and participate in the training of
Librarian Trainees;
Attends
conferences, workshops and in-service training sessions to keep informed of
professional developments.
FULL
PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Good command of Spanish as well as English; good
knowledge of modern public library organization, materials, methods and
services; good knowledge of
children’s literature and children’s services; good knowledge of the employing
library's policies and procedures; good knowledge of bibliographical tools and
sources; good knowledge of the needs and makeup of the library district's
population; ability to conduct literature based children’s programs and
activities for children and caregivers; ability to work effectively with
children and caregivers; ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, library patrons,
members of professional library organizations and community groups; ability and
willingness to participate in cultural and intellectual activities of the youth community; ability to provide basic
technology assistance to library patrons; ability to supervise the work of
others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to
express oneself clearly, both orally and in writing; courtesy; good judgment;
physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Either:
a) A
Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Master of Science in Information
Science (MSIS) from a library school program that is accredited by the American
Library Association or registered by the New York State Education Department,
including or supplemented by a minimum of twelve (12) credits of course work in
children’s services, with at least three (3) credits in children’s literature, or a valid New York State
Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate and a minimum of twelve (12)
credits of course work in children’s services, including at least three (3)
credits in children’s literature; or,
b) A
Master’s Degree in Library Science or a Master of Science in Information
Science (MSIS) from a library school program that is accredited by the American
Library Association or registered by the New York State Education Department or
a valid New York State Public Librarian's Professional Certificate and one (1)
year of experience as a professional librarian working in the Children’s
Services area of a library; or,
NOTE: Professional
experience is defined as experience gained after being awarded a Master’s
degree in Library Science (MLS), or a Master of Science in Information Science
(MSIS) or a valid New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate.
c)
An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits
of (a) and (b).
NECESSARY
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian's
Professional Certificate at the time of appointment and possession of the
certificate within 26 weeks of appointment; appointees must maintain a valid
certification throughout their employment in this title.
There will be a qualifying Spanish language examination.
R 08/09/23
Competitive