Thursday, December 17, 2015

Part Time Librarian, Children's Services Department

New Haven Free Public Library Salary up to $19.14 per hour REMOVAL DATE: DECEMBER 28, 2015 Copy of posting available HERE MULTIPLE VACANCIES NATURE OF WORK: This is part-time (up to 19 hours) professional work at the entry level, involving the use of all library techniques and materials in positions such as reference, branch, children's, technical services, etc.  Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level librarian, and is reviewed through frequent conferences and observation of performance. Schedule may include evenings and weekends, at the Main Library or at a Branch. Current vacancies support Children's Services. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Master's Degree in Library Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association, or its foreign equivalent and other knowledge, abilities and skills as stated in the job description, including but not limited to: Knowledge of the principles and practices of library science, procedures and techniques; Knowledge of sources and procedures used in reference and bibliographic research, and of software programs designed for libraries. Must be computer literate through formal training in the searching of on-line bibliographic databases. Spanish / English Bilingual preferred. INSTRUCTIONS: In order to be considered for this title, you must submit an application during the posting period.