Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Information Technology / Reference and Information Services Librarian - The Westfield Athenaeum
Information Technology / Reference and Information Services Librarian - The Westfield Athenaeum
seeks a dynamic, service-oriented Information Technology / Reference
and Information Services Librarian to help provide information
technology and reference and information services to the public. Join a
unique informational, educational, recreational and cultural center with
three entities serving the greater Westfield, MA community: a busy
public library serving adults, teens, children and their caregivers; a
noted historical museum with substantial special collections; and an art
museum and community gallery. Join a friendly, professional, committed
and dedicated Reference and Information Services Team in helping provide
the full scope of reference and information services using current and
emerging technologies to serve a diverse, multi-lingual community of
42,000 residents; help develop and manage adult reference and
non-fiction collections; participate in special projects and other
related duties. MLS from an ALA accredited program required, with an
emphasis on information technology. Excellent customer service and
communication skills; demonstrated knowledge of information technology,
network server and computer maintenance and troubleshooting in a Windows
environment; experience using common software applications, including
network security software; knowledge of print and non-print reference
and information resources; strong online research skills; experience
serving diverse community needs and knowledge of historical collections
a plus. Familiarity with Integrated Library Systems (network-wide
migration to Evergreen anticipated in February 2012). Salary: $40,000 -
$45,000, plus full benefits package. Send letter of application, resume
and the names of at least 3 professional references to: Candy
Pennington, Executive Assistant, Westfield Athenaeum, 6 Elm Street,
Westfield, MA 01085 or to cpennington@westath.org. Applications will be reviewed starting January 20, 2012. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For a complete job description, visit www.westath.org.
Labels:
full time,
Massachusetts,
public libraries,
reference,
technology
Location:
Westfield, MA, USA