Adult Services/Reference Librarian - Case Memorial Library, Orange

Adult Services/Reference Librarian - The Case Memorial Library in Orange is accepting applications for the position of Adult Services/Reference Librarian. Qualified candidates must have an M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited institution and at least one year working in a public library environment. Applicants should have excellent written and oral communication skills, solid knowledge of print and electronic information resources and the Internet. Responsibilities include reference service and reader's advisory, collection development, planning and management of adult services and programs, publicity and marketing. Full-time, 37.5 hour, union position with benefits; includes evening hours and Friday/Saturday rotation. Submit a cover letter and resume with three employment references to The Honorable James M. Zeoli, First Selectman, Town of Orange, 617 Orange Center Road, Orange, CT 06477, or email jzeoli@orange-ct.gov, by Monday, December 14. EOE.

Executive Director - Connecticut Library Consortium

Executive Director - The Connecticut Library Consortium (CLC) is seeking someone who is creative, dynamic, and articulate to serve as its Director. CLC's mission is to serve as a statewide membership collaborative serving all types of Connecticut libraries by initiating and facilitating cost-effective services to strengthen their ability to serve their users. Responsibilities: Establishing and coordinating organizational goals, program directions, and services; developing and cultivating partnerships with other statewide non-library groups; monitoring actions of the state legislature that may impact upon CLC and serving as its advocate; engaging in budget planning and oversight; hiring and managing all staff and supervising all operations; coordinating membership communications; and marketing CLC to its constituencies. Required qualifications: ALA-accredited graduate degree and five years library administrative experience. Preferred qualifications: Experience in program and fiscal management and in working collaboratively with libraries and governmental boards; fundraising and grant writing expertise; skills in human resource management, leadership, communication, and analyzing data; ability to multitask and set priorities; customer service orientation; understanding of the role of technology in the library environment; and a willingness to travel, particularly within Connecticut. Salary: $55,000 to $65,000 with excellent benefits. Submit a cover letter and resume with contact information for three references by December 15, 2009 to CLC Board Chair Janet Woycik at jwoycik@biblio.org.