Librarian II - New Haven Free Public Library

Librarian II - New Haven Free Public Library. Assignment in Young Minds & Family Learning. Salary minimum: $46,906 annualized. REMOVAL DATE: Extended to May 12, 2017. Copy of posting available HERE. NATURE OF WORK: This is professional library work beyond entry level. Incumbents are expected to have acquired the basic knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the full range of tasks required at a fully capable level of competence. The current vacant assignment entails developing and delivering programs for children age 0-12 with an emphasis on early childhood programming, strong knowledge of children's literature and providing a variety of information services for parents and children. Duties are performed within the framework of established library policy under the general supervision and review of a higher level librarian. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. Minimum of two years' experience as a professional librarian and the necessary knowledge, abilities and skills, in addition to those from Librarian I, as stated in the job description, including but not limited to: Ability to organize and maintain a specialized library collection or service within a department; experience with a variety of on-line databases and the ability to apply this knowledge in planning and implementation of research or catalog work; Ability to evaluate and advise on the disposition of reference questions, or on matters of cataloging practice; Ability to instruct and train Librarian I and support staff. Please submit cover letter and resume with application. INSTRUCTIONS: In order to be considered for this title, you must submit an Application during the posting period.