Genealogist - Simsbury Free Library

Genealogist - Genealogical and Historical Library seeks experienced person to work approximately 20 hours a week. Duties include assisting people in their research through utilization of library materials and web resources, coordinating volunteers, and working with volunteer board to maintain collection. We are open three days a week including Saturday. Please send your application and resume to: Board of Trustees, Simsbury Free Library, P.O. Box 484, Simsbury, CT 06070 or email: genhist93@hotmail.com.

Library Media Specialist - Orange Board of Education

Library Media Specialist - Position available as of 9/1/06. FT; K-6 elementary school position. Please send letter of intent, resume, 3 current references, copy of transcripts and copy of CT Certification (062) to Mr. Thomas James, Superintendent of Schools, Orange Board of Education, 637 Orange Center Rd., Orange, CT 06477. e-mail: Lweaver@orange-ed.org. Phone No. 203-891-8020.

Library Media Specialist - Manchester Public Schools

Library Media Specialist - Manchester Public Schools. Job #1931. High school position available for 2006-07. Valid CT certification required. To Apply: Send letter of intent, resume, three letters of recommendation, and proof of certification to: Joan G. Libby, Esq., Director of Human Resources, Manchester Board of Education, 45 North School St., Manchester, CT 06040. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE.

Part Time Children's Librarian Assistant - Saxton B. Little Free Library, Columbia

Part Time Children's Librarian Assistant - The Saxton B. Little Free Library in Columbia is seeking a creative and energetic person to work 20 hours a week assisting the Children's Services Librarian. Hours preferred are Tuesday 12 to 8 P.M. and Wednesday through Friday 1-5 P.M. Duties include working with after-school students providing homework help, programming, and assisting at the circulation desk. Candidates must have excellent computer skills, programming and publicity experience, and a keen ability to relate to active students aged 9 to 16. Hourly wage is $13.15. Please submit resume and application by Friday, May 5, 2006 to: Search Committee, Saxton B. Little Free Library, 319 Route 87, Columbia, CT 06237. Apply immediately; open until filled. EOE/AA.

Library Assistant - Union Free Public Library

Library Assistant - The Board of Directors of the Union Free Public Library announces a search for a Library Assistant. This is a clerical/administrative position that involves maintaining card catalogs and daily circulation records. Process new materials and assist with children's programming. Computer- and people-oriented skills are needed for this 10-hour per week position, which includes Monday afternoon, Wednesday evening and Saturday mornings. Salary range is $9.00-$11.00 hourly depending upon skills and experience. Please send letter of interest and resume to: Ms. Mary Huda, Search Coordinator, Union Free Public Library, 1071 Buckley Highway, Union, CT 06076.

Librarian - Town of Mansfield & Mansfield Public Schools

Librarian - Town of Mansfield and Mansfield Public Schools. Join our School and Public Library team! If you enjoy working with children and love developing innovative programs that create a love of books and reading, we have a 12-month full time position for you in a town that supports its libraries. We are looking for a team player to develop and present programs for children from preschool through eighth grade in both school and public library settings. The successful candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong background in literacy development. Demonstrated teaching ability and MLS required. Works under the direction of the School Library Coordinator and Public Library Director. Salary range $45,017 - $58,519, with excellent benefits package. Please submit resume and official application to Human Resources at www.mansfieldct.org or to Town Manager's Office, 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268. Apply immediately; open until filled. EOE/AA.

Deputy Town Librarian - Fairfield Public Library

Deputy Town Librarian - The Fairfield Public Library, located in Fairfield, CT serves a well-educated, affluent town of 58,000 through its recently renovated Main Library and one Branch Library and a staff of approximately 30 full and 100 part time employees. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership, organizational skills and management ability, possess excellent written and oral communication skills, have a strong commitment to public service and customer service, bring energy and enthusiasm to the job and relate well to the public and the library staff. Duties of the assistant director include: assisting the director in the management, supervision and administration of the library; coordination of selection and acquisition of all print and non-print materials; management of the materials budget; supervision of main library building maintenance; supervision of circulation services; coordination of continuing education and staff development; participation in overall library programming efforts and development of programs as needed; collection of library statistics and reporting; rotation on public service desks, including nights and weekends. A Master s Degree in Library Science is required and at least 5 years experience in library administration. Salary range is $68,518 to $86,745. Excellent benefit package including pension plan. Please send letter of application, resume and references by May 5 to Rose Sandick, Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 or by email to rsandick@fplct.org.

Part Time Library Tech - East Haddam Free Public Library

Part Time Library Tech - 20 hours weekly includes one evening, 2 days and every other Saturday. Must be computer literate and enjoy working with the public. Library experience a plus. Starting at $9.00/hour. Send resume to: East Haddam Free Public Library, P.O. Box 372, Moodus, CT 06469, Att: Judy Westcott.

Librarian I - Town of Cheshire

Librarian I - The Town of Cheshire is seeking qualified applicants for PT, 20 hr/wk position. Emphasis on tech support. Proficiency in both Windows and Mac. Exp w/ library automation and networking. Oversight of web site with familiarity with DreamWeaver preferred. MLS or Bachelor's degree and equivalent experience. Minimum starting $21.38/hour. See the Town's web site at www.cheshirect.org for additional information. A letter of interest and resume must be submitted by the close of business on Friday, April 28, 2006 to Louis A. Zullo, Personnel Director, 84 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410. The Town of Cheshire is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.

Library Media Specialist positions across Connecticut

If you are looking for a library media specialist position, now is the time! Please visit CLC's Connecticut Library Jobs page for complete information on the following new library media specialist positions being offered:

• Library Media Specialist K-8 - Regional District 1 (Canaan, Cornwall, Kent, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon)


• High School Media Specialist - Ledyard Public Schools


• Library Media Specialist - High School level. Regional School District 15 (Middlebury, Southbury)


• Middle School Library/Media Specialist (FT) - New Canaan Public Schools


• Library Media Specialist - Ridgefield Public Schools


• Middle School Library Media Specialist - West Hartford Public Schools (posted last week)


• Elementary Library Media Specialist, Long-term Substitute - West Hartford Public Schools


• Library Media Specialist - Grades 6-8. Wilton Public Schools

Best of luck with your job search.

University Librarian - University of Bridgeport

University Librarian - The University of Bridgeport. The University Librarian is a full time position and reports to the Provost of the University, providing leadership relative to the mission, vision and strategic direction of the Library. This position is responsible for outcomes-based planning, development of resources and services, public relations and promotion, personnel, development and management of the budget, administrative reports, and grants initiatives. Key to this position is the planning for and the development of policies, procedures and models for the organization and operation of services in light of new and emerging technologies and services. The Library serves students, faculty and staff at the University's main campus as well as satellite campus centers. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and experienced professional with a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible and effective supervisory/management experience in an academic library, and will hold a minimum of a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent. The candidate will have demonstrated a strong commitment to customer service and institutional advancement; a passion for seeking and embracing new ways to enhance library resources and services and access to them for on ground and distance learning students, faculty, and staff; a strong work ethic, creativity, and high professional standards; an understanding and responsiveness to user needs; an ability for leading and managing change, team building, and motivating and empowering personnel; and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Salary is commensurate with academic qualifications and experience. The University of Bridgeport offers a competitive salaries and benefits package. Review of applications commences immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of five (5) references to: University Librarian Search, Human Resources Department, University of Bridgeport, 126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604; Email: hr@bridgeport.edu. The University of Bridgeport is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.

Library Director (Chilmark, MA)

Library Director - The Chilmark Free Public Library is seeking a full-time Library Director. Administrative and library experience essential. Requires knowledge of collection development, as well as excellent technological and communication skills, budget experience, grant writing knowledge and the ability to work effectively with staff, the Chilmark School and the community. Starting salary - $48,182. Closing date: April 29, 2006. Please submit cover letter, resume and references to: Chilmark Library Search Committee, Box 180, Chilmark, MA 02535. Inquiries: (508) 645-9771.

Reference Librarian Substitute, Enfield Public Library

Reference Librarian Substitute - Enfield Public Library. $23.29 per hour. MIN. TRAINING & EXP: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university, plus a Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution and not less than 2 years' experience in a professional library position and specialized competency with LANs and reference services. DUTIES: Responsible for identifying and interpreting user needs; providing reference, readers' advisory, computer, database and referral services to Library patrons directly, and by telephone and e-mail; and assisting patrons in material selection. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Thorough knowledge of professional library methods, reference resources and practices; knowledge of books, authors and readers interests; skill in the operation of computer systems; skill in applying library research methods and practices; ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral expression; ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner; ability to establish and maintain effective supervisory and working relationships with co-workers. Knowledge of and experience with PCs, LANs and the Internet, including but not limited to knowledge of DOS, Windows XP, Windows NT and Netscape, Internet browsers. Interested applicants apply by April 13, 2006. Applications are available online at www.enfield-ct.gov or by calling the Human Resources Department at (860) 253-6345. Completed applications can be (1) mailed to Town of Enfield, Human Resources Department, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 06082 (2) e-mail your resume to jobs@enfield.org, or (3) fax your resume or application to (860) 253-6264. EOE/AA/M/F.