Librarian

Job Description:

Librarian

Description

Definition

This is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The rate of pay for this position is $25.45 per hour.

The Missoula Public Library is seeking a LIBRARIAN to join their team. This position provides professional reference and bibliographic services. Performs advanced and complex library services related to collection management, circulation, and patron assistance. Serves as a leader in technology instruction, and community-centered programming, helping to ensure MPL remains a vital hub for the community's educational, recreational, and informational needs.

Details: We are accepting completed application submissions until 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2026 . It is in your best interest to apply by this date.
To Apply:

• Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is submitted.
• Please include with a complete application the following attachments: A letter of interest, and a resume.
• Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.

Representative Examples of Work

Provides complex reference and information retrieval services. Assists the public in the use of the library and its resources; provides reference help in person, by phone or email; instructs patrons in locating materials using various resources; prepares instructional materials on use of or access to library resources; and performs readers’ advisory services. Maintains a high-quality library collection of diverse materials and ensures that materials are in the best physical condition by continuous selection, evaluation, and weeding. Prioritizes a commitment to equity and ensures that all members of the Missoula community have equitable access to library services and programs by committing a certain percentage of assigned book budget on diverse titles and promoting those titles. Leads classes, one-on-one instruction, and tours for targeted age groups in library use and resources. Participates in the training of paraprofessional staff. Delivers outreach services to users in the community. Recommends, plans, develops and implements library programming, services and displays. May write proposals and grant requests for special library services. Performs the functions of a proctor, notary, passport agent, and website content manager. Coordinates the volunteer program by screening, training, scheduling, and directing volunteers at the library. Participates in library staffing and hiring processes. Generates interlibrary loan requests for the public. Processes interlibrary loans from request to delivery of borrowed and loaned material. Maintains records and statistics regarding interlibrary loans. Staffs and provides coverage to library branches and the Bookmobile, when needed. Oversees the Montana and genealogical collections. Indexes the local newspaper. Assists users in their use of map-making and microfilm machines. Performs limited historical and genealogical searches. Functions as the person in charge in the absence of the Library Director and/or Assistant Director. Oversees general operational procedures, such as daily opening and closing of the library. Directs the activities of paraprofessional staff in handling problems or questions from the public and library staff. Creates a safe and welcoming environment for members of the community by providing excellent, responsive customer service. Enforces, interprets and applies library policies and procedures for the public and other library team members. Communicates conduct and behavioral expectations to library users. Addresses user conflicts, infractions, and emergencies using de-escalation techniques, conflict resolution skills. Completes incident reports and communicates with management and other team members about incidents, bans and trespasses. Compiles statistics for monthly Board reports and annual reports. Collaborates with other departments on regular and special assignments, as required or directed, and is qualified to work in any department within the library. Serves on committees, as assigned. Attends professional meetings and may represent the library at professional organizations and in partner relations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution. Applicant with MLS in process will be considered to meet this requirement.
  
• Requires three years of experience working in a library setting.
  
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: May require ability to pass criminal background check for employees assigned to work at a school location.
  

Physical/Environmental Demands

Normal work week is Sunday through Saturday; some evening hours will be required. Requires the ability to stand for long periods of time. Requires bending, lifting, reaching, pushing/pulling wheeled carts (up to 30 to 40 pounds exerted force) and moving boxes of materials (up to 50 pounds in weight). Assignment to Bookmobile may involve work in crowded, small space.

Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in a scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula!
Missoula County covers over 2,618 square miles of mountain lands varying in topography and climate from temperate river valleys to snow-capped peaks. Five large valleys and two major rivers wind through this mountainous region.
Missoula County is large and diverse, featuring everything from the spectacular scenery of Clark Fork River running through town to lush ranches and a growing economy of small business. Skiers, outdoor enthusiasts, wildlife watchers, mothers and fathers, business owners, vacationers, fisherman, retirees, students, and many others have grown to love Missoula County's boundless opportunities.

This summary outlines the benefit programs; actual benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

Missoula County will reward your contributions to our community with competitive compensation and generous benefits, including but not limited to:

Excellent Medical Health Benefits- Group health benefits, including dental and vision coverage, are available to eligible County employees. The medical health benefits premium is covered for full-time employees. The County contribution is pro-rated on hours paid for part-time employees. The employee pays the premium portion for dependent coverage. Family health benefits coverage is $258.00 per pay period.

Medical deductible is $500 for an individual and $1,000 for a family.

Flexible Benefits Plan- Pre-tax out-of-pocket medical expenses and day care expenses.

Voluntary Life Insurance Coverage, Long and Short-Term Disability, Critical and Accident Insuranceare offered through Mutual ofOmaha.

Public Employees Retirement System- Montana public employees of the state, university system, local governments and certain employees of school districts are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New members to the PERS have an opportunity to choose between two retirement plan options: the Defined Benefit Plan or the Defined Contribution Plan.

Sheriffs' Retirement System (SRS)- A public pension plan for all Montana Sheriffs hired after July 1, 1974 and Detention Officers hired after July 1, 2005.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Working for Missoula County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness. Look here to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.

Supplemental Retirement Benefitsare offered through Valic or Nationwide.

Sick Leave- Full-time employees accrue 7.38hours per month and are eligible to use sick leave once you have been an employee for 90 days.The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Vacation Leave- Full-time employees accrue 9.24 hours per month and are eligible to use leave after continuous employment for a period of 6 full months. The accrual is pro-rated for part-time employees.

Holidays- The County observes eleven legal holidays in even numbered years and ten legal holidays in odd numbered years.

Paid Parental Leave (PPL)-In recognition of the importance of bonding and care of a newborn child or a child placed for adoption, Missoula County 6 continuous weeks of PPL to eligible full-time employees that have been with the county for 180 days. The hours are pro-rated for part-time employees.

Tuition Assistance- Because we value the professional and personal development of our employees, Missoula County is proud to offer reimbursement of certain education expenses.

Closing Date/Time: 4/7/2026 5:00 PM Mountain

Salary:

$25.45 Hourly