HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-05-16-J01H Public Services Librarian Job Description, Pay Grade AGENDA ITEM:
CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING COMMUNICATION
MEETING DATE: May 16, 2016
AGENDA ITEM: Consideration of approval of a resolution approving job description and pay
grade [Public Services Librarian, Waukee Public Library]
FORMAT: Consent Agenda
SYNOPSIS INCLUDING PRO & CON: On April 26, 2016, the Waukee Public Library Board of
Trustees approved the creation of the new full-time position of Public
Services Librarian. The Board of Trustees also approved the job description
and the Pay Grade of 9 on the City of Waukee 2015-16 Non-Represented
Compensation Plan.
FISCAL IMPACT INCLUDING COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS:
COMMISSION/BOARD/COMMITTEE COMMENT:
STAFF REVIEW AND COMMENT: The Waukee Public Library Board of Trustees and the City
of Waukee Human Resource Director recommend the approval of establishing
the position and the approval of the job description and pay grade.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS: I. Proposed Resolution
II. Job Description – Public Services Librarian
PREPARED BY: Patricia Brown Holden
REVIEWED BY:
THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
RESOLUTION 16-
APPROVING JOB DESCRIPTION AND PAY GRADE
[PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN, WAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY]
IN THE NAME AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF WAUKEE, IOWA
WHEREAS, the City of Waukee, Dallas County, State of Iowa, is a duly organized Municipal
Organization; AND,
WHEREAS, the Waukee Public Library Board of Trustees approves the creation of a non-
represented, full-time Public Services Librarian position; AND,
WHEREAS, the pay grade for the position shall be Grade 9; AND,
WHEREAS, the Waukee Public Library Board of Trustees and Human Resource Director
recommend establishing the position and approving the job description and pay grade.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Waukee, Iowa on
this 16th day of May, 2016, that it hereby approves the job description and pay grade for Public
Services Librarian, Waukee Public Library.
____________________________
William F. Peard, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________________
Rebecca D. Schuett, City Clerk
ROLL CALL VOTE AYE NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN
Shane Blanchard
Brian Harrison
Shelly Hughes
Larry R. Lyon
Rick Peterson
Public Services Librarian 1 Board Approved: 04/26/16
City of Waukee
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Public Services Librarian Reports to: Library Director
Department: Library Direct Reports: Public Services Assistants; Shelvers
Union Status: Non-union FLSA Stats: Non-Exempt
Pay Range: 9
JOB PURPOSE: The Public Services Librarian (PSL) supervises the public services assistants
and shelvers ensuring excellent customer service to library patrons. The PSL
manages the day to day operations of the Public Services Desk and responds to
patron and library issues.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)
1. Works with the Library Director and implements a strategic vision and implementation plan for
the library’s patron experience, policies, procedures, collection development, and technology.
2. Manages the Public Services Department. Responsible for leading and directing activities of
the Public Services staff and for training all staff in circulation functions according to standard
library operating procedures.
3. Responsible for hiring, firing, supervising, organizing, evaluating and encouraging
development of direct reports under direction of the Library Director.
4. Creates and maintains staff schedules.
5. Provides quality customer service, readers’ advisory, new patron orientation and ongoing
patron education, and answers reference questions.
6. Responds to building and patron issues.
7. Manages and maintains the library’s Integrated Library System (ILS), resolves issues, and
works to improve functionality.
8. Coordinates and trains adult volunteers.
9. Compiles statistics and reports as directed.
10. Performs duties of the Director when assigned.
11. Performs other duties or assumes other responsibilities as apparent or assigned.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
1. Actively supports all efforts to increase cooperation, communication, and collaboration
between and among staff, library patrons and volunteers.
2. Acknowledges and accepts the Library’s mission, respects the Library’s confidentiality
regulations and maintains the integrity of the Waukee Public Library.
3. Maintains knowledge of current holdings and library resources, both print and electronic.
4. Continually seeks and participates in opportunities for continuing education and professional
growth.
5. Improves the effectiveness and efficiency of all library operations with positive and creative
approaches to challenges.
6. Demonstrates sound time-management skills by effectively and efficiently organizing,
prioritizing, and completing multiple assignments in a timely manner.
7. Has a professional understanding of librarianship.
8. Understand and internalize the importance of seeking resolution to problems and concerns by
bringing them to the direct attention of supervisor in a timely manner.
Public Services Librarian 2 Board Approved: 04/26/16
9. Be attentive to the City’s and the Library’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality,
efficiency and all City and Library policies and procedures.
10. Represents the City professionally and effectively to the community and library patrons.
QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE):
1. Bachelor of Arts in library science or a related field required, Master of Library and Information
Science preferred.
2. Two years of library experience desirable.
3. Iowa State Library Certification Level II preferred, or ability to obtain this certification within the
first two years of employment.
4. Experience in coaching and developing staff and volunteers desired.
5. Demonstrated success in interpersonal and communication skills.
6. Be comfortable working in close proximity to all age categories.
7. Must know how to use Public Access Catalog, electronic resources and other information
technology sources to meet typical library needs.
8. Must demonstrate the ability to conduct a reference interview and be able to answer reference
questions with authority and tenacity to meet patron needs.
9. Working knowledge of electronic services, Internet tools, social media and library related
technology and trends.
10. Required to move or lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds.
11. Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer
screens or detailed paperwork.
12. Be able to effectively communicate orally (in person and over the telephone) and in writing
(using electronic and handwritten) in English with other employees, library patrons, and the
community.
13. Access to transportation with insurance at required state levels to conduct business throughout
the assigned area.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Climate-controlled office with hazards typical of that environment, minimal outdoor work is
required.
2. Standard work hours must be flexible and include evenings and weekends.
3. To successfully fulfill the essential functions of this position, employee must maintain standard
work hours within Waukee Public Library building.
4. There is no residency requirement for this position.
I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I further understand that this Job Description
is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working
conditions associated with this job. Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the
employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be
performed as directed by the employer. I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours,
outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this Job Description does not constitute a
contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate any employment at any
time and for any reason and the employer has a similar right.
___________________________________________________________
Signature Date
The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Amendments
Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective
employees and job incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.