Librarian 60%

At Åre Municipality, we create conditions for everyone who lives or visits here to realize their dreams. In our magnificent mountain environment, eager skiers coexist with down-to-earth artists. There is room for you too. Our employees perform Sweden's most important jobs every day. Regardless of where we work in the municipality, we are all collectively here for the citizens of Åre Municipality. We are a diverse range of professions working in various workplaces throughout the municipality. Everyone's contributions are needed to deliver good service and continue developing our operations and the entire municipality. We work to create value and quality of life for our residents, businesses, and visitors. With us, you make a difference every day! At Åre Municipality, we operate based on our core values of professionalism, respect, and responsiveness. As an employee of Åre Municipality, you will enjoy several benefits in addition to your salary; see the link under additional information. Åre Municipality is a Sami administrative municipality, and we welcome applicants with linguistic and cultural knowledge of Sami. **JOB DESCRIPTION** Åre Libraries consist of the main library in Järpen, branches in Hallen, Åre, Duved, Kall, and Mörsil, and provide school library services to the municipality's primary schools and preschools. At Åre Libraries, we are a team of about 10 people working together to create accessible libraries that are safe meeting places and offer an attractive selection of media and activities. You will primarily work at the library in Hallen with branch responsibility, purchasing and weeding, staffing the information desk, keeping the library space interesting and relevant through signage and book displays, as well as welcoming groups from preschools, etc. You will also work at the libraries in Åre and Järpen. The position also focuses on minority and multilingual services, which includes collaboration with the municipality's Sami coordinator, integration activities, SFI, and others to make literature and program activities accessible and visible, as well as receiving and speaking to booked groups. You will have scheduled shifts at the above libraries, with some evening and weekend work included. This is a varied and dynamic job that suits you if you prioritize the needs of visitors, are an initiative-taking and flexible opportunity creator, while also being structured and meticulous. Selection and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. **QUALIFICATIONS** For this position, the following is required: • A degree in library and information science or education that the employer deems equivalent, or you are currently studying library and information science that you wish to combine with this work • Good digital competence, and the ability to express yourself in Swedish both verbally and in writing • A valid driver's license (B) and access to a car **Meritorious** • Experience in outreach library work, educational work, or service in another context We place great emphasis on personal qualities and are looking for someone who is structured and service-oriented. You have the ability to work independently, find it easy to collaborate, and are good at establishing contacts. You listen actively, communicate clearly, and handle disagreements constructively. **ADDITIONAL INFORMATION** The position is vacant provided that there is no redundancy, need for reassignment, or priority in the municipality. A probationary period may be applied. A criminal record extract must be submitted before the position can be assumed. More information about Åre Municipality can be found at www.are.se. In preparation for the recruitment process, we have made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. Therefore, we kindly ask not to be contacted by media salespeople, recruitment sites, or similar. **Our benefits:** https://are.se/foretag-och-jobb/jobba-pa-are-kommun/sa-ar-det-att-jobba-hos-oss/vara-formaner