Tuesday, July 07, 2015
Children's Librarian - North Haven Memorial Library. RE-POSTED
This position performs professional and supervisory work in planning,
organizing,implementing and managing our very successful Children's
Department. This is a 35hr/week position and part of a collective
bargaining unit. The successful candidate will be expected to work two
evenings a week and Saturdays in rotation without exception. Salary
$61,152. Will supervise a staff of one full time and six part time
employees. Candidate must have a thorough knowledge of children's and
young adult literature. Responsible for the selection of materials for
the entire Children's Department. Must have an excellent rapport with
children and the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with library
patrons. Ability to resolve situations of conflict in a calm manner.
Basic knowledge of child development. Aibility to set priorities and
work with frequent interruption. Masters Degree in Library Science from
an ALA accredited college or university plus three to five years
experience in a public library Children's Department including one to
two years in a supervisory capacity. Full job description can be found
at www.town.north-haven.ct.us.
Apply in person or by mail to Finance Department, Memorial Town Hall,
18 Church Street, North Haven, CT 06473, Monday through Friday 8:30 am
to 4:30 pm.