About the Department

Churchill County has an attractive compensation package that extends beyond just the salary. The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to Nevada PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $20,600/year). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $12,800/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $3,300/year).  

If you are interested and think you qualify, submit your application online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers by 11:59 PM on May 31, 2026. 

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.

Position Duties

• 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; participates as a member of the Selection Committee.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

• 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. 

• Nevada Driver's License.

Other Qualifications

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. 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). 
3. 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.