Knowledge and Learning Services Weekend Position - Darien Library

Knowledge and Learning Services Weekend Position - The innovative Darien Library - one of the busiest and most highly ranked public libraries of its size in the country - seeks a bright and energetic weekend and substitute staff member to work with the Knowledge and Learning Services team, the Library’s reference department. The successful candidate will have a willingness to learn and a passion for public service. Responsibilities include staffing an active information desk and answering questions in a variety of formats, including in person, by telephone, email, IM, and text messaging. Additionally, the staff member will assist with departmental tasks and projects. Qualifications: College degree. Enrollment in or completion of an MLS program at an ALA-accredited library sciences or information sciences graduate program is a plus. Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly and with sensitivity when responding to patrons’ information needs. Proficiency using basic office computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel, and working knowledge of information literacy principles. Initiative, flexibility, ability to work in a collaborative team-based environment, and the ability to be self-motivated and work independently. Schedule: Saturday, 11 AM to 5 PM; Sunday, 1 PM to 5 PM. We may rotate the weekend schedule between two staff members depending on response. Additional hours available as a substitute on an as-needed basis. For consideration, please send a cover letter and resume by August 31 to Sally Ijams, Darien Library, 1441 Post Road, Darien, CT 06820 or via email to sijams@darienlibrary.org.