Limited Duration Librarian

This is a Limited Duration opportunity that is intended to last for 12 months from the date of hire.

Make an impact:  

The Salem Public Library is seeking enthusiastic and highly collaborative individuals, whose main objective is to deliver exceptional customer service and diverse programming. We have two (2) limited duration Librarian positions, one Librarian will support the Youth Services, and one Librarian will support the Adult Services team. This assignment will end June 28, 2025.

Librarians design and present engaging community programs, build and sustain strong connections with staff, patrons, and the community, and continuously deliver customer service. In addition to fostering a love of reading by promoting access to ideas and information, our mission is to engage all of Salem in lifelong learning, accessing information, and making meaningful connections. This is a perfect opportunity for those looking to gain public library, programming, or librarian experience.

Learn and grow: 

We are committed to growing the capabilities of our people, where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking, and expand your capabilities.

What you will do: 

The limited duration Librarians will plan, conduct, and evaluate youth and/or adult programs in collaboration with coworkers. This role will need the ability to support and further our objectives outlined in the Library Strategic Plan. This position works under the direction of the general supervisor and supervision of other employees is not a responsibility.

The successful candidates for these positions are individuals that advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion. Must be flexible, creative, forward-thinking, and dedicated to creating cutting-edge programs that promote community and library partners. If you enjoy working with diverse groups and delivering a variety of high-level services and programs, this is the job for you, apply now!

Additional information on job responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage projects and project teams in their capacity as leaders within their work groups.
• Work directly with the public providing excellent reference and information support at our customer service desks.
• Assist staff in conflict with challenging and unwanted patron behavior.
• Interacting daily with members of the public to deliver library services and provide information in person at a variety of service desks, and via phone and email.
• Instructing patrons in use of various library systems and resources, such as the internet, Dewey Decimal system, indexes, databases, printers, software programs, network programs, etc. by providing guidance, directions, and technical expertise.
• Answering basic questions about Library policies, facilities, and resources and explaining Library rules and procedures by phone and in person. 
• Preparing reports and maintaining records related to library activities.
• May supervise volunteers.
• Assistance with building safety and security by reporting concerns and being aware of surroundings.
• Manage assigned area of Library collection including selection, evaluation, and maintenance of library materials and other resources according to local policies and industry standards.
• Performing all work of lower library assignments as needed. 

What can we offer you for all your hard work?

• 5% Bilingual incentive for qualifying candidate.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid vacation and sick time in accordance with City policies.
• Competitive pay.
• Employer-paid PERS contribution of 6%.
• Opportunity for voluntary pre-tax contributions to a 457b account.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Voluntary long-term care.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee health clinic.
• The position schedule is Tuesday - Saturday (working one evening per week). May on occasion work at the West Salem Library located at 476 Glen Creek Rd. NW, Salem, OR 97304.

What are the minimum qualifications?

• Must pass the pre-employment background check and drug test (including marijuana).
• Must have reliable transportation to be able to report to/from work sites, events, trainings, and meetings.
• A college degree from an accredited college or university in a related field to program assignment (i.e., library science, business management, hospitality, social work, psychology, etc.), and some work experience related specifically to libraries or a combination of education, experience, and/or training that demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed, and ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job advertisement.

Preferred Qualifications (Not required to apply):

• A Master’s Degree in Library and/or Information Science from an accredited university.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing) preferred.

What you will bring along:

• Provide personalized, compassionate service guided by our community’s needs and interests;
• Act with integrity, evolve and innovate to provide relevant, accessible services;
• Provide safe, welcoming spaces that embrace our community’s diversity;
• Practical and creative problem solving and decision-making skills, the ability to adapt as needed to manage varied and competing demands, and a motivation to implement solutions.
• Excellent communication skills.

About us:

The City of Salem is the second largest City in the State of Oregon, located in the heart Willamette Valley, and is the capital city of Oregon with a population over 180,000. Centrally located, Salem is 47 miles south of Portland and an hour from the Cascade Mountains to the east and an hour from the ocean beaches to the west. Salem is an exceptional community for living and working with exciting new and comfortable well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings.

A full-service City, Salem has eight primary departments: 

Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development Department. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The city has five labor unions and employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members. The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department. 

Where can I find out more about the position?

Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Librarian or view by clicking here.

The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.

To apply, click on the green “Apply” button to complete your application. Make sure that you specify how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification and complete the application.

Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.

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Agency

City of Salem

Address

295 Church St. Suite 210

Salem, Oregon, 97301

Phone

503-588-6102

hrrecruiting@cityofsalem.net