CLASSIFICATION
RANGE: 5 SALARY RANGE: $ 55,310-67,888
Founded in 1877, and incorporated as
an association library in 1880, the Ferguson Library is the public library in
Stamford. With major annual funding from the City, it operates a Main Library downtown,
three neighborhood branches, and a bookmobile. The Library is governed by a board of trustees, who are guided by a newly
written strategic plan that serves as a blueprint for providing excellent
service.
The
Information & Adult Services Librarian joins a team of forward-thinking
professionals. In addition to providing traditional
reference services, the successful
candidate will be integral to the further development of the Library’s Makerspace
and the design and delivery of maker programs.
Experience related to these activities is an important qualification. Other responsibilities include developing
and maintaining assigned areas of the collection, assisting patrons with technology
and accessing the Library’s digital resources, teaching computer skills in
classes and tutorials, providing reader’s advisory services, preparing
bibliographies and pathfinders, updating and adding content to the Library’s
website as needed, and performing other duties as required to provide library
services to an adult population.
The Ferguson Library provides full time staff members with a competitive
salary and a comprehensive and generous package of employee benefits, including
pension, health and life insurance, and programs to encourage staff members to
achieve personal and professional growth.
Refer to www.fergusonlibrary.org for more
information about the Library and community.
Persons interested in applying for this position should do so in writing
to George N. Nichols, Director of Human Resources and General Counsel, The
Ferguson Library, One Public Library Plaza, Stamford, CT 06904, or by email to gnichols@fergusonlibrary.org,
not later than April 30, 2015.
Applications should include a resume and cover letter.
DUTIES
INCLUDE:
1.
Provide
reference and readers advisory services.
2.
Provide
assistance to patrons in locating and using library materials and equipment
including databases, digital media and mobile devices.
3.
Assist
with the development of a
Makerspace, including expanding the range of available technologies and
software; train staff and patrons in their use.
4.
Develop
programs, and manage the scheduling and use of resources in the Makerspace.
5.
Maintain
and update designated webpage(s).
6.
Develop
and maintain designated subject areas in the collection, related services and
materials.
7.
Compile
bibliographies and other pathfinders to increase discoverability of collections
and services.
8.
Assist
with general adult programming for public and staff, including community
outreach.
9.
Other
duties as required by Coordinator of Information & Adult Services.
QUALIFICATIONS
1.
Masters
Degree in Library Science or Information Science.
2.
Knowledge
of and experience with development and maintenance of collections.
3.
Knowledge
of and experience with electronic resources and digital media.
4.
Knowledge
of and experience with website maintenance; knowledge of Drupal a plus.
5.
Knowledge
of and experience with Makerspace programs, resources, and equipment.
6.
Demonstrated
commitment to public service in an urban public library environment.
7.
Tact
and skill in working with public and staff.
8.
Ability
to work individually and as a team member.
9.
Availability
for evening and weekend work.