Position Summary Join us in shaping the future of library services in Churchill County. We are seeking an innovative and community-focused Librarian who is excited about connecting people with information, technology, and lifelong learning opportunities. This dynamic role blends traditional librarianship with digital services, offering the opportunity to manage and enhance the library's online presence, maintain and improve website content, support emerging technologies, develop technology training programs, and engage patrons through social media and digital outreach. The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver who embraces technology, values exceptional public service, and is eager to help the library remain a vibrant, accessible, and innovative resource for our community. From developing engaging programs and supporting digital literacy to promoting services through modern communication platforms, this position plays a key role in advancing the library's mission in an increasingly connected world.
As a full-time, regular position, the person hired would be enrolled in the Nevada PERS retirement system. In addition to the salary paid, the county contributes an additional 36.75% into PERS on the employee's behalf (value of $10.95/hour or $22,700 annually). In addition, the employee will not contribute to Social Security, resulting in an additional 6% in take-home pay (an equivalent of $1.79/hour or $3,700 annually). The county also pays 100% for employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $6.49/hour or $13,500 annually). Employees in these positions will also receive full accruals of annual leave (8 hours per month) and sick leave (10 hours per month) in addition to 8 hours of pay for 12 paid holidays. The incumbent is tasked with assisting in the development of the collection including; acquisition, maintenance, and review, creating machine-readable records of items, and maintaining the catalog. In addition, the Digital Information Services Librarian works the Circulation Desk, answers reference questions, contributes to the maintenance of public and staff computers and software, maintains social media applications and interacts positively with the public in person, on the phone and online. If you are interested and think you qualify, submit your application online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers by 11:59 PM on November 15, 2026.
Position Summary:
Performs professional, specialized library duties involving patron service, cataloging, reference, research, technical services, children’s services, community outreach, collection development, information technology, web design and update, social media, and marketing.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class is the professional level in the Library series, fully competent to perform the full range of professional librarian duties. The ability to instruct staff, students and the public in basic research and in using library automated systems is required. This class is distinguished from Library Director in that the latter performs managerial/supervisory duties. Essential Functions This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
- Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
- Provides circulation services to patrons including checking materials in and out, discussing overdue fines with patrons, collecting fines, and contacting patrons regarding materials on hold: provides reference services to patrons in person, by telephone, and electronically; conducts research skills instruction.
- Adds new materials to collection; unpacks and prepares materials for public use; reconciles packing slips/invoice; updates database system.
- Coordinates the delivery of Children and Adult services/programming; assesses trends/needs and makes recommendations to the Library Director; involves patrons on program planning and implementing services and programs for their age group.
- Provides direct public services to patrons, government employees, and a variety of other groups including senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, homebound individuals, and individuals for whom English is a second language; coordinates outreach programs, onsite visits and special events such as author book signings and education programs.
- Assists in the delivery of public relations by preparation of promotional materials including video, print, and radio; may be solely responsible for programming targeted towards a specific patron group(s).
- Coordinates collection development by selecting and de-selecting materials; assists in the collection evaluation and development of specific Library collections for subject areas.
- Updates and maintains computer records for the integrated library system (ILS).
- Maintains and updates website, coordinates with information technology contractor and Nevada Library Cooperative Executive Director to maintain hardware and software, updates social media, maintains RFID system, develops and teaches technology classes for staff and the public.
- Maintains periodical collections; checks newly received magazines and newspapers against subscription records, arranges and maintains materials for patron access, resolves discrepancies with vendors, and prepares orders and presents reports.
- Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience Master's degree in Library Sciences or a closely related field; AND three (3) years of library operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of professional library services, including patron service, cataloging reference, technical services and collection development.
- Library reference sources and subject background for collection development and patron services.
- Automated library information systems and their use and operation.
- Principles and practices of library operation and administration.
- Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals, in person and over the telephone.
Skill in:
- Planning, implementing, monitoring and improving library services.
- Original and on-line cataloging, using both manual procedures and computerized systems.
- Using automated library information systems.
- Maintaining accurate records and files.
- Preparing clear, accurate and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
- Instructing staff and the public in the use of automated library systems.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or Library goals, objectives and activities.
- Supervising assigned staff.
- Promoting good customer service, including some public speaking involving tours and teaching library skills to small groups.
- Reading and explaining rules, policies and procedures.
- Dealing successfully with the public, in person and over the telephone.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
If incumbent does not possess a Master's degree in Library Sciences, must obtain a State of Nevada Public Library certification within two (2) years of date of employment.Physical Demands and Working Environment The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit and stand for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person.
Conditions of Employment
- Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
- New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).
- Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
Benefits
DISCLAIMER: Churchill County provides benefits to regular employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time, regular positions (depending on job). Most part time positions provide no benefits.
No Nevada state income tax
Retirement Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada - Churchill County contributes 36.75% of an eligible Regular Member's salary for retirement. Churchill County contributes 58.75% of an eligible Police Member's salary for retirement. Retirement benefits are available to employees hired in positions that work 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis. Positions of less than 20 hours per week (or less than 1040 hours in a fiscal year) will receive Social Security contributions and will not be enrolled in PERS.
Deferred Compensation Plans Employees can also participate in the VOYA 457 deferred compensation plan, which is funded by the employee. This allows the employee to save money in pre-tax dollars toward retirement.
Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan – Full-time employees' health insurance begins the first of the month after one month of employment. (Employees must work an average 30 or more hours per week on a regular basis to qualify for health insurance coverage.)
The county offers a "Cafeteria" health plan to full-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family. The county offers three health plans - a base PPO plan with a $1,500 deductible, a "buy-up" PPO plan with a $750 deductible, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a $2,700 deductible and a Health Savings Account (HSA), to which the county contributes $177 per month. In addition, the county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan. The county currently contributes 100% of the employee premiums for the base PPO plan and the HDHP, as well as for the prescription, dental, and vision plans. Employees who elect dependent coverage pay 100% of the dependent premiums - employees can elect to have those premiums deducted in pre-tax dollars. Vacation Leave Full-time, regular county employees scheduled to work 40 hours per week accrue 8 hours per month of annual (vacation) leave per year. Part-time, regular county employees accrue annual (vacation) leave vacation at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. Employees earn additional annual leave hours at 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service up to a maximum of 240 hours (30 days) per year. While on probation an employee is not granted vacation leave for the first six months; the employee still accrues vacation leave during this time and will be credited with 48 hours of vacation leave after six months of employment in their regular position. Sick Leave Full-time, regular county employees scheduled 10 hours of sick leave per month, with no maximum accrual. Part-time, regular employees accrue sick leave at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. HOLIDAYS - Regular county employees enjoy 12 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day. In addition, County employees are entitled to one floating holiday per year, to be used at a time agreed to by the employee and his or her supervisor. (Regular, part-time employees receive prorated holidays based on the number of hours normally worked.)
Tuition Reimbursement Churchill County values it's employees and empowers all employees to enhance their skills by taking job-related college courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars. To that end, for regular employees the county has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $1,200 per year in educational expenses.