Monday, October 24, 2016

Reference Librarian (Part-time Professional Position)

The Berlin-Peck Memorial Library seeks a forward-thinking, energetic librarian to join the Reference staff. This 17-hour part time position requires skills in reference, readers advisory, and collection development (especially in a digital environment), and demonstrated proficiency in current and emerging technologies. Duties include developing collections, delivering customer service, planning and facilitating library programs for adults and teens. Position requires ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS, knowledge of reference sources in all formats, familiarity with adult and/or teen fiction and nonfiction, ability to serve the public in a positive manner, demonstration of excellent oral and written communication skills, training or experience in working with mainstream social media, skill in creating content using social media tools, and the ability to work cooperatively and congenially with others. Schedule is Wednesdays 12-5pm, Thursdays 3-8pm, Fridays 10-5pm, and Saturdays 10-4 (in rotation; off Fridays when working Saturday). Salary is $20/hour – no benefits. Please submit resume and completed Town of Berlin Application (available online at http://www.town.berlin.ct.us/category/subcategory.php?categoryid=15) to the Town Manager’s Office, 240 Kensington Road Berlin, CT 06037. Applications must be received in the Town Manager’s Office by noon on Friday, November 4, 2016.The Town of Berlin is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.