[Reforma_or] SPL Bilingual Librarian Position

Tue Oct 11 11:22:44 PDT 2022

Hello Reforma OR,
If you could please post the job posting SPL has for a Bilingual Librarian, I would appreciate it!

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem/jobs/3752034/bilingual-librarian?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Bilingual Librarian
Salary
$28.08 - $34.30 Hourly
Location
Salem, OR
Job Type
Regular (Full-Time)
Department
Community Development Dept
Job Number
22-0306-02
Closing
10/31/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Summary
Salem Public Library is seeking a Bilingual Spanish Librarian to join our team! As a Bilingual Librarian, you'll provide excellent customer service and information service in English and Spanish to patrons of all ages. In this position you'll use your expertise and experience to connect community members with library service through outreach, programming, collections and other library services.

The successful candidate for this full-time career Bilingual Librarian position will deliver programs and services both inside and outside of the library. Ideal candidates for this position are community oriented, relationship focused, and have experience in connecting with the Hispanic-Latino community members. They will possess excellent interpersonal communication skills, Readers' Advisory skills, the ability to work with a diverse user group and have proven track-record of exceptional customer service. The incumbent will also participate on internal teams and work groups.

Additional desired competencies include advanced experience using Microsoft Office software, knowledge of modern library systems and operations, and experience assisting users with computers, mobile devices and applications over various platforms.

Minimum requirement is a combination of education or work experience that would permit the candidate to perform the essential job duties. This position requires bilingual proficiency in Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing) with an additional incentive payment of five percent after successful completion of a fluency exam. The library's talent acquisition goals include hiring the candidate who is best able to meet the performance objectives of the role. We therefore, encourage persons with non-traditional skill set and experiences to apply, even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the qualifications and hiring criteria.

Typical ways to meet minimum qualifications could be graduation from an ALA Accredited Library school program with an MLS or MLIS degree. A Master's degree in a related field and one year experience providing services to diverse communities.

Other ways to meet the qualifications include a bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience providing services to diverse communities and/or working in public libraries, an associate degree in a related field and 4 years' experience providing services to diverse communities and/or working in public libraries.

What are the minimum qualifications?
*         Must pass the pre-employment background check and drug test (including marijuana.).
*         Must have an Oregon Driver license and a driving record that meets the City of Salem's driving standards.
*         Master's degree in Library and/or Information Science, and some progressively responsible library or equivalent 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.
*         Bilingual proficiency in Spanish (speaking, reading and writing).
*         Ability to work a varied schedule - including weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
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<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem/classspecs/1125663?keywords=librarian&pagetype=classSpecifications>.

How can I apply?

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. Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to include how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification in your 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.

You may subscribe for automatic notification of job openings at the City through the Job Interest Cards<https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem/jobInterestCards/categories> - sign up today!

For more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our website at www.cityofsalem.net/jobs<http://www.cityofsalem.net/jobs>.
Agency
City of Salem
Address
295 Church St. Suite 210

Salem, Oregon, 97301
Phone
503-589-2081
503-588-6162
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofsalem

Best,
Hannah Bostrom
Librarian  I  she/her
City of Salem | Salem Public Library
585 Liberty St SE, Salem, OR 97301
hbostrom at cityofsalem.net<mailto:hbostrom at cityofsalem.net> | 503-588-6124

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