Substitute Reference Librarian
PAY SCALE: $17.82 Reference Librarian Substitute/ Associate III / $13.29 Circulation Clerk Substitute/Associate I
HOURS: Flexible / may also fill in for Circulation Clerk substitute
Willing to travel to substitute at multiple branches: Aurora, Brimfield, Garrettsville, Randolph, Streetsboro, Windham
TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT: $10.00/day for substitute coverage
Paid training and mileage reimbursement from Garrettsville Branch to Branch training locations.
JOB PURPOSE: To educate and assist patrons to use the Library to its fullest extent.
QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate four (4) year degree and applicable experience.
PREFERENCE: Should be able to substitute at least once a month.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of library policies and procedures; operation of automated library equipment; computer operation and functions including data processing. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; plan, schedule and organize work; prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports; communicate effectively in written and oral form; answer routine inquiries from public; develop good rapport with library patrons, supervisors and co-workers.
PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES: Must be able to reach, bend, stoop and stand on kick-stool.
ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES: (The duties listed below are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification).
70% REFERENCE AND COLLECTION MANAGEMENT DUTIES
*Determines and ascertains information and materials needed by patrons and recommends book
selection based on patron requests.
*Assists patrons in locating library materials and responds to patron reference questions;
*Instructs patrons in library computer use and supervises Internet usage.
*Maintains pamphlet file and other files as assigned.
*Conducts evaluation of reference materials;
*Notifies and documents reference needs to Branch Manager;
*Coordinates updating of library periodicals;
*Oversees updating of editions and repairs as needed;
*Reads reviews of materials such as Booklist, Library Journal, or other professional journals offered by PCDL and recommends book selection.
*Prepares, presents, and assists with patron programs as assigned.
20% CIRCULATION RELATED DUTIES
*Checks library materials in/out to patrons on automated system;
*Responds to patron questions about library materials and services such as interlibrary loans.
*Answers telephones;
*Directs patrons to appropriate area of the library;
*Issues library cards;
*Places patron holds on materials;
*Collects Patron fines.
*Distributes Golden Buckeye applications and voter registration materials;
Maintains records as assigned.
10% MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES
Shelves library materials;
Attends staff meetings, workshops, in-service training, and serves on committees, as requested;
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Percentages may vary based on allocated hours.
*Denotes essential function of the job.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Applications received before Saturday; May 9, 2026 will receive first consideration. Position is open until filled.
PCDL is an Equal Opportunity Employer