Effective July 2025, a 9.5% general salary increase will be applied
Internal Number: 121724 Sr Librarian
Closing date: 2/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
The Ontario City Library has an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated Senior Librarian to administer programming, archival processing, special collections care, outreach and specialized reference for customers in addition to supervision of paraprofessional staff. The Senior Librarian for Local History oversees the daily operations of the Robert E. Ellingwood Model Colony History Room.
The Senior Librarian for Local History will be expected to establish and maintain good relationships with other library units, city agencies, school districts, and community groups. Other responsibilities for this position are soliciting donations from the public; coordinating the acquisition of collections and local history related materials; partnering with organizations and individuals to participate in outreach activities and coordinating local history related programming; arrange, describe and rehouse archival collections; manage digitization projects; overseeing team activities including developing workflows and procedures, training, setting goals and timelines, and evaluating outcomes.
The ideal candidate takes initiative, is highly organized, enjoys being part of a team, has excellent communication and writing skills, possesses leadership skills and follows and anticipates current library and archival trends. Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the Ontario City Library's Mission, Vision and Values as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the values of the City of Ontario's Approach to Public Service - Commitment to the Community, Excellence through Teamwork, and Doing the Right Thing the Right Way.
The Senior Librarian classification is used throughout the Ontario City Library in a variety of assignments. This recruitment will result in an eligibility list for the Senior Librarian classification to meet the current and future staffing needs of the library.
Examples of Essential Functions
The following essential functions are typically performed by the Senior Librarian classification:
Provides specialized reference assistance requiring knowledge of local history, the library's collection and reference materials.
Compiles bibliographies of library materials.
Makes oral demonstrations utilizing multi-media equipment and on-line resources; conducts library orientations and training classes; assists in assembling and arranging displays and exhibits.
Researches catalog files and reference materials in response to requests on a range of topics.
Selects, orders and classifies new books and materials; makes determinations concerning the binding, replacement, and withdrawing of materials.
Develops and implements programs and services; markets programs and produces promotional materials; makes related presentations.
Trains support staff and responds to technical questions regarding professional protocol and department policies and procedures.
Conducts fund monitoring and analysis; prepares reports and records for assigned section.
Supervises and provides instruction and otherwise assists in the scheduling and training of other library personnel and volunteers within assigned section; reviews and evaluates employee performance.
Stays informed regarding trends in the library science profession and archival management by attending in-service training, attending appropriate conferences and seminars, and reading professional literature.
Attends meetings and other functions; represents the library at professional committee meetings; provides information and participates in discussions regarding library activities.
May act as library supervisor in the absence of senior staff.
The Community Life and Culture Agency
The City of Ontario's Community Life & Culture Agency endeavors to meet the Ontario City Council goal to "encourage, provide or support enhanced recreational, educational, cultural and healthy city programs, policies and activities." Community Life & Culture does this through a comprehensive array of programs, activities, services and events available through the Recreation & Community Services, Library and Museum Departments as well as the Arts & Culture program.The Ontario City Library has been serving the public as a City of Ontario department since 1894. The Ovitt Family Community Library and Lewis Family Branches of the Library contain over 315,000 items, including books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, audio books, kits and a local history collection. A wide variety of technology is available for the public including internet, several software, eBooks, and state of the art technology through Lightspeed makerspace that offers access to equipment such as 3D printers and a laser cutter. The Library offers a wide variety of programs and services for all ages including early literacy, Veterans Resource Center, adult literacy tutoring, workforce development training, and the Robert E. Ellingwood Model Colony History Room.
Qualification Guidelines
Education Equivalent to a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Library Science or a closely related field.
NOTE:Proof of successful completion of a Master’s degree must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degree/Certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification.
Experience Three years performing professional librarian work.
Licenses
Valid Class C California driver's license and an acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
Special Requirements Ability to work nights and weekends.
Desirable
Ability to speak, read, and write in Spanish.
Experience managing archival collections and demonstrated knowledge of preservation techniques.
The City of Ontario
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive city which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The city provides a full range of services to the community including: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The city's team is staffed with approximately 1,500 full-time and 300 part-time diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.
The city‘s vision for the future is very exciting and we foresee tremendous growth within the years to come.
The Community Life and Culture Agency
The City of Ontario's Community Life & Culture Agency endeavors to meet the Ontario City Council goal to "encourage, provide or support enhanced recreational, educational, cultural and healthy city programs, policies and activities." Community Life & Culture does this through a comprehensive array of programs, activities,... services and events available through the Recreation & Community Services, Library and Museum Departments as well as the Arts & Culture program.
The Ontario City Library has been serving the public as a city department since 1894. The Ovitt Family Community Library and Lewis Family Branch of the library contain over 315,000 items, including books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, audio books, kits and a local history collection. A wide variety of technology is available for the public including internet, several software, eBooks, and state of the art technology through its Lightspeed makerspace that offers access to equipment such as 3D printers and a laser cutter. The library offers a wide variety of programs and services for all ages including early literacy, Veterans Resource Center, adult literacy tutoring, workforce development training, and the Robert E. Ellingwood Model Colony History Room.