Programming Librarian

Job Title:         Programming Librarian

Department:    Library

Supervisor:      Library Director

FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $13.00-$15.00

POSITION SUMMARY

Smithfield City is currently hiring a Programming Librarian. If you love serving the public and building healthy community by creating meaningful library programs for teens and adults, this job is right for you! We are looking for a dynamic candidate who is at least 18 years of age, with a high school diploma, who is creative and excited about organizing and carrying out programs for teens and adults as well as providing general library services to our patrons. This is a part-time position working 22-26 hours a week during evenings and weekends (full shifts on Saturdays are required.)

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Creating, organizing, preparing, and implementing library programs for teens and adults. This may include STEM, arts/crafts, literary discussions, games, and other educational/enrichment events. Collaborating with a team to plan and support all library programming; creating online and in-library promotional materials for teen and adult programs; assisting co-workers in community outreach efforts, marketing, and promotion of library programs and services; collaborating with community partners (non-profits, service organizations, etc.) in building and carrying out programs.

 Welcoming patrons to the library; assisting patrons in locating and selecting materials; checking in and out library materials; answering and directing phone calls; providing information services such as assisting patrons with the online catalog; issuing library cards to new patrons; renewing library cards; receiving money from patrons for fines, copies, ongoing book sale, etc.; helping with shelving as needed.

 Offering high quality services by prioritizing patron privacy; treating all patrons with good customer service; inspecting all incoming and outgoing items for missing pieces and/or damage; assisting patrons with library resources and devices as needed; gathering and shelving patrons' holds.

 Promoting an informed public by helping arrange and maintain library collections. Attending staff meetings as required; sharing ideas for new opportunities such as programs, material recommendations, and displays; understanding and following complex procedures. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Sufficient education and training to demonstrate an aptitude or ability to perform the above and related duties
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, and at least 18 years of age. All applicants to Smithfield City must pass a background check and a drug test.
• Library experience is not necessary, but it is preferred.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to organize, schedule, and implement multiple library programs simultaneously.
• Graphic design knowledge and ability to use Canva is highly preferred.
• Positive, empathetic interpersonal communication with teen and adult library patrons during events is a must.
• Knowledge and understanding of library shelving practices (esp. the Dewey Decimal system, alphabetically by title, author, etc.)
• Knowledge of working in a library setting and familiarity with professional library practices and procedures. Must learn circulation principles and practices for the Smithfield Public Library. 
• Skills with computerized information systems and office support work.
• Skill in understanding and following complex procedures and guidelines.
• Basic knowledge of reference interviews and recommendation best practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and the public.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Data management and input skills.
• Some literary knowledge is helpful but not required.
• Reach, push, pull, stand, sit, walk, squat and move repetitively (with or without a library cart).  Lift/carry materials up to 40 pounds.
• Execute written instruction to a consistent high standard. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions and discriminating thinking.
• Spanish-speaking and other languages such as ASL are preferred but not required. 
• Must be flexible and willing to cover for other staff members, work morning and evening hours as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/ or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision. The employee will occasionally be required to attend off-site meetings. The noise level is usually quiet to moderately noisy in this work environment.

Essential functions, as determined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the above tasks, knowledge, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions of this class. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person(s). This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

HOW TO APPLY

Those interested in applying should submit a completed Smithfield City Employment Application and resume. Applications can be found at https://smithfieldcity.bamboohr.com/careers

Job closes on June 17, 2026