Librarian - Library Programs and Activities

LIBRARIAN - LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

CLOSING DATE: May 4, 2026

PAY RATE: $23.62 - $34.25 depending on experience and qualifications with starting wage not typically above the mid-point of the range ($28.94)

DEPARTMENT: Library

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of para-professional and technical duties in providing assistance to library patrons and coordinating various functional duties related to day-to-day operations.

1. Assigned to coordinate and manage the on-going services of library programs and activities.
2. Works under the general supervision of the Library Director.
3. May be assigned to supervise library operations in the absence of the Library Director. Provides close to general supervision to Library staff and temporary or seasonal personnel in assigned area of specialization.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Administrative Participation: Serves as the "lead" or "in-charge" librarian periodically for designated shifts, i.e., holidays, weekend, evening, etc.; makes recommendations for materials and equipment acquisition; prepares grant applications for targeted programs and resources; assists with the development and implementation of department budget; assists to monitor budgetary activity; performs general scheduling of work times for assigned staff; creates time cards; evaluates staff performances and makes recommendations effecting employment status and compensation; recommends and implements changes in operating practices, policies and procedures.

Library Programs and Activities: Performs customer service functions geared to various target populations, i.e., adult, child or young adult patrons; organizes and delivers young adult or children or pre-school special programs including story time, Kid's Adventure Time, puppet shows, etc.; facilitates program planning and marketing to target population; plans and conducts children services programs; researches collection materials appropriate for target audiences; orders materials and maintains collections; plans and organizes monthly "teen" programs and "parties" and reading competitions. Other tasks include: overseeing programs, recording online programs, prepares puppet shows, timecards for staff, programming staff meetings, weekly online ticket registration, calendaring, keeps sound equipment in good repair and ready for programs, etc., orders supplies, assists with patron problems.

General Operations: Performs routine materials filing, including books, videos, C.D.'s, etc.; may assist the public with photocopying; sorts items for delivery to correct location in the system according to routing codes; shifts shelves as needed; participates in "weeding" projects.

1. Provides general assistance to patrons by directing them to various locations in the library as needed to locate certain types of collection materials and books; conducts library tours.
2. Orders materials and supplies; performs general cleaning; picks up litter and items left by patrons as needed to maintain basic tidiness of the library; assists with opening and closing building and assures general building security.
3. Works as part of a team in a collegial environment.
4. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

1. Graduation from high school; plus two (2) years of specialized training in library sciences or an associate degree;

AND

1. Two (2) years of experience performing above or related duties;

OR

1. And equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of general library reference, circulation, general classification methods, practices and procedures; Dewey Decimal System/Library of Congress Subject Headings; various areas of specialization of material related to different patron groups; reader interest levels; interpersonal communication skills. various specialty routines, methods, processes and procedures related to circulation, periodicals, and technical services; software applications, i.e., library automation systems; various types of inter-related equipment, specifications and compatibility; establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees, subordinates and patrons of all ages; specialized library system elements, i.e., technical records, subject headings, authority records, Boolean searching, etc. Working knowledge of basic principles and practices of supervision.

Skill in the operation of current technology, computers, various applications and resources unique to the library system.

Ability to perform general clerical functions quickly and accurately; analyze professional and administrative problems and make recommendations for solutions; supervise the work of a small group of subordinates; establish and maintain effective working relationship with fellow employees, subordinates and patrons of all ages; plan and direct specialized library services; maintain and control fiscal aspects of library planning; communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Work Environment:

Employee in the position performs in a typical indoor setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require variety of physical activities involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Talking, hearing and seeing necessary to the performance of most duties. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions and discriminating thinking.

Employment in this position is conditional upon passing a pre-employment background and drug test. The City's drug test and background check policy can be found in its entirety here:https://www.lehi-ut.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Employee-Policy-Manual-July-1-2024.pdf - https://www.lehi-ut.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Employee-Policy-Manual-July-1-2024.pdf