Friday, February 28, 2014
Head of Children’s Services - Booth & Dimock Memorial Library, Coventry
Head of Children’s Services - Booth & Dimock Memorial Library
in Coventry is seeking a creative, energetic and self-motivated
individual to lead visionary Children’s Services Department.
Responsibilities include developing children’s collections, programming,
maintaining website, online resources and web 2.0 interactions,
promoting children’s services within the community, providing reference
and reader’s advisory services to children and families, collaborating
with schools and other youth service organizations--including town early
literacy committees, seeking external funding sources and grant
opportunities, and supervising children’s department staff and
volunteers. Programming responsibilities include weekly story-times
offerings for children birth through grade 6 and their parents, and
summer reading. This is a full time (40-hour) position that includes at
least one evening per week and occasional weekend hours. The successful
candidate would be service-oriented, work well with children and their
parents, possess excellent technology skills and substantial knowledge
of child development and early literacy. An MLS from ALA accredited
institution is preferred, or at the discretion of the search committee,
an MS/MA or BS/BA and relevant experience. More details available at:
www.coventrypl.org/aboutus/employment. Send cover letter and resume to
Amy Dexter & Kristi Sadowski, Co-Directors at bdsearch@coventryct.org. Position is available March 31st—application process is rolling.
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programming,
public libraries,
technology,
webmaster,
windham county
Location:
Coventry, CT, USA
Thursday, February 27, 2014
Library Clerk (Part Time) - New Fairfield Free Public Library
Library Clerk (Part Time) - New Fairfield Free Public Library
(Union Position). General Duties: Performs all circulation desk duties
using computerized system; performs all opening/closing procedures in
work area/public areas; notifies patrons about reserved materials;
answers phone and routes calls as necessary; performs basic reference
work or refers it to librarian in charge; assists patrons in locating
materials; obtains mail, sends mail, delivers/picks up interdepartmental
mail; empties book drop, gives direction to pages. Hours: 13: Monday
5:15-8:15, Wednesday 5:15-8:15, Saturday 9:45-5:15pm. Salary: Starting
at $13.26 per hour. Qualifications: High School Diploma, 1 year Clerical
or Library experience; Strong customer service skills; ability to
follow written and oral instructions; ability to learn Dewey Decimal
System; automated circulation system and library circulation policies
and procedures; ability to create courteous pleasant first impression of
library; ability to establish good patron rapport. Please Submit:
Online application (www.newfairfield.org),
Letter of Intent, Resume, Three Letters of Reference. Position to
Start: March 14, 2014. The Town of New Fairfield is an equal opportunity
employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting,
appointing, assigning, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on
the basis of merit and qualification, without regard for race, color,
religious affiliation, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital
status, handicapping conditions or any other applicable lawful
discriminatory standards. (Title VI & VII of Civil Rights Act of
1964. Title VI & VIII of the Public Health Services Act, Title II of
the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as other relevant federal and
state laws.) All applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen
and backgroung check prior to commencement of employment. Date Posted:
February 24, 2014. Posting Closing Date: March 7, 2014.
Labels:
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clerical,
clerk,
fairfield county,
paraprofessional,
part time,
public libraries
Location:
New Fairfield, CT, USA
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Senior Library Assistant, Full-time (G-IV) - Hartford Public Library
Senior Library Assistant, Full-time (G-IV) - Hartford Public Library
seeks creative and flexible individual to support library services.
Responsibilities: is responsible for selecting, purchasing and receiving
media orders using software to create and track orders and payments,
vendor relations, and promotion of materials via the web and social
media in addition to other library duties as described in the detailed
job description. Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts or Science; valid CT
driver’s license. Minimum of 2 years of technical and/or clerical
experience relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Experience with library software desirable. Previous library experience
preferred with a background in film history or building film
collections. Hartford Public Library requires a Criminal Background
Check and Pre-employment Drug Testing on applicants who are selected as a
finalist for the position. Applicants will be provided a copy of any
positive drug test results. A criminal record does not necessarily
eliminate you from employment with Hartford Public Library. Each
conviction will be reviewed with respect to the offense, circumstances,
seriousness and the position for which you apply. E.O.E. Job
description and application are available online at www.hplct.org or Administrative Offices, Hartford Public Library, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103. Applications accepted till March 21, 2014.
General Statement: The Senior Library Assistant provides effective
access to resources, information and ideas, and supports the Mission and
the Core Values of the Hartford Public Library. Essential Job
Functions: Provide quality service by assisting customers in the use of
library resources. Participate in the development and maintenance of the
collection. May plan and direct or carry out special projects. May
conduct programs and classes. Participate on a Neighborhood Team.
General responsibility for maintaining student assistant standards, and
may supervise Student Assistants. Performs other duties as required,
including clerical tasks as needed. Minimum Job Qualification Standards:
Demonstrated commitment to customer service. Ability to work
independently in a team environment. Ability to interact with a diverse
population. Ability to present ideas effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
customers, staff and community groups. Computer literacy. Minimum
Requirements: Education: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of technical and /or clerical experience
relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Schedule:
The normal work schedule Includes day, evening and weekend hours.
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Adult Services/Technology Librarian, Part-time - Lucy Robbins Welles Library, Newington
Adult Services/Technology Librarian, Part-time - Lucy Robbins Welles Library,
Newington. Seeking a friendly, knowledgeable and tech-savvy
professional to join our adult services/reference team. The ideal
candidate will possess excellent computer literacy, communication and
customer service skills. Flexibility, creativity and a sense of humor
are a must. Duties: programming and instruction in current and emerging
technologies, and social media; developing innovative programming around
new and emerging technologies; leading group and one-on-one
instructions in relevant technological topics; providing reference and
reader’s advisory service to the public; marketing the library through
social media and outreach activities. Qualifications: Applicant must be
highly proficient in computers and have extensive knowledge of the
latest technological and social media trends, plus a demonstrated
familiarity with library information services. BA/BS or MLS. Hours: 19
hours per week including week day, week night and weekend hours. Hourly
starting rate $21.54-$23.79, depending on education. M/F, EOE. Send
resume and application by March 14 to: Town Manager’s Office, Town of
Newington, 131 Cedar Street, Newington, CT 06111. The Town Employment
application form can be downloaded from the Town of Newington’s website
at www.newingtonct.gov.
Labels:
adult services,
hartford county,
part time,
professional,
programming,
public libraries,
reference,
technology
Location:
Newington, CT, USA
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Curriculum Center University Assistant - Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic
Curriculum Center University Assistant - Eastern Connecticut State University.
Evenings. Part-time, temporary, no benefits. Up to 19 hours per week.
Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Curriculum Center
Librarian, the University Assistant will perform some or all of the
following duties: Supervise student workers; Assist patrons in selecting
and finding materials and recommend materials in all formats through
CONSULS and LibGuide; Monitor Center’s Computer Lab and assist with
materials preparation and marketing for workshops; Support grant
research, applications and implementation and reporting activities;
Provide general assistance to patrons in operating library equipment,
microform readers, copiers, printers, computer equipment, interactive
Smart Board, and reports problems to center’s librarian and director’s
office; Delegate assignments to student assistants such as shelf reading
by specific area; Complete curriculum projects as assigned by librarian
and support staff; Other duties as assigned. Require Qualifications:
The University Assistant must be able to: provide effective library
services to students, faculty, and the general public; perform public
services work with a diverse population of students, faculty and staff
members, and community library users; work under stress, with courtesy,
calmness and good judgment; work creatively and collaboratively in a
team environment with other library staff, as well as independently in
an emergency staffing situation; work evening hours with great
dependability. BA degree required. Competence with current computer
technologies including Internet, email, MS Word. Desired Qualifications:
A preferred applicant for the position of Curriculum Center University
Assistant would have the following: Experience using curriculum
materials to create lessons. Experience using Microsoft products to
create educational materials. Knowledge of technology and tools used to
collaborate, teach, create, and share. Internet searching skills, grant
writing ability. Experience with various types of library equipment
(printers, copiers, microform readers, etc.). To Apply: send letter of
application, resume, and three recent signed letters of reference to:
Patricia S. Banach, Director of Library Services (banachp@easternct.edu),
J. Eugene Smith Library, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83
Windham Street, Willimantic, CT 06226. Screening begins immediately
and will continue until position filled.
Location:
Willimantic, Windham, CT, USA
Library Director - Wethersfield Library
Library Director - Wethersfield Library.
Due to the retirement of its current director, the Wethersfield Library
Board seeks a dynamic, community-focused and knowledgeable Director to
lead our customer friendly, talented and dedicated staff into the
future. Requirements: MLS degree from an ALA approved institution, six
years of increasingly responsible professional experience in a public
library including four years of supervisory experience. Salary range
$90,000-$105,000. Position has an intended start date of July 1, 2014.
View job description at http://www.wethersfieldlibrary.org/about/librarydirector.html. Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a resume via email attachment by April 1, 2014 to directorsearch@wethersfieldlibrary.org
or by post to Dorene Ciarcia, Board Chairman, c/o Wethersfield Public
Library, 515 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield CT, 06109.
Location:
Wethersfield, CT, USA
Children's/Young Adult Services Librarian - Windsor Locks Public Library
Children's/Young Adult Services Librarian - Windsor Locks Public Library
seeks a dynamic Children's/Young Adult Services Librarian. This full
time (35.0 hour) position requires an individual with enthusiasm,
creativity and one who can demonstrate the ability to develop and
implement a variety of services to children and young adults. Some
supervisory experience is preferred. Work schedule will include a
minimum of two weekday evenings and Saturdays in rotation. Candidate
must possess excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational
skills. This position requires the candidate to have the ability to
develop and conduct a variety of programs including weekly story hours,
crafts and other literacy programs on a year-round basis. This
position is responsible for: Preparing marketing materials to publicize
programs, users guides of current trends, collections and services to
children, early literacy and children's literature; Acquisition,
organization, maintenance, preservation, withdrawal and disposal of
materials; Implementing a collection development plan to fit within the
scope of the budget while maintaining awareness of trends in youth
services; Providing reference and reader’s advisory guidance to
children, parents, and teachers; creating displays to enhance the
library experience and to provide use of library resources; short and
long range planning for children services and programs. Performs
duties in other library departments and participates in library special
group projects as needed, and assists and instructs patrons in using
library services, equipment and facilities. Please send electronic
resume and three references to childrenslibwlocks28@yahoo.com. M/F/D/V EEO Employer.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Part-time Educational Assistant, Media Assistant (Level 14) - Housatonic Community College, Bridgeport
Part-time Educational Assistant, Media Assistant (Level 14) - Housatonic Community College,
Bridgeport. 2 positions. Anticipated Start Date: March 2014 -
Appointment contingent upon funding approval. Minimum Qualifications:
Associate’s degree and one year of experience in a related field.
Excellent interpersonal skills including written and oral communication
are required, allowing incumbent to work effectively with faculty,
staff, and students. Must have the ability to work independently and
collaboratively. Candidates must be proficient in both Mac and PC
platforms, have an understanding of technology in teaching and learning,
and possess media literacy skills. Incumbent must be able to push and
lift objects up to 50 lbs, and be able to climb a ladder up to 10 feet.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are
encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and
experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position
and to provide appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree
requirements may be made for compelling reasons. Preferred
Qualifications: Experience in a higher education setting. Proficiency in
iMovie and advanced working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe
Premiere Pro. Demonstrated experience with digital film and images,
computer software, hardware, and a familiarity with videography and
post-production editing preferred. Responsibilities: Under the direct
supervision of the Director of Media Services, the Media Specialist:
Assists instructors during classes when they are having problems with
technology. Provides advice and assistance to faculty, staff and
students in the operation of instructional technologies and
media-related equipment. Assists in troubleshooting of classroom
multimedia equipment and general maintenance of media-rich spaces
throughout the College’s two-building campus. Provides assistance to
faculty, staff and students in the production of multimedia materials to
communicate ideas and information, for use both in the classroom and
throughout the college community. Other duties as assigned. The
part-time (8 hours per week) position of Media Assistant requires a
flexible work schedule, including a minimum of two evenings per week and
may include weekends on occasion. Hourly Rate: $22.62 per hour. To
Apply: Email a cover letter, resume, and completed (typed) CT Community
College Employment Application to: Ryan Farrington, Director of Media
Services, rfarrington@hcc.commnet.edu. The application is accessible online at http://www.hcc.commnet.edu/HR/apps/State_App_UnclassEEO-2012.docx.
Labels:
academic libraries,
fairfield county,
library assistant,
paraprofessional,
part time,
technology
Location:
Bridgeport, CT, USA
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Full-time Information Services Librarian - Farmington Libraries
Full-time Information Services Librarian - Farmington Libraries.
The Information Services Librarian is a full-time, professional
position reporting to the Director of Information and Teen Services.
The Information Services Librarian will take a significant role in all
aspects of library information services including; providing exemplary
customer service at a busy information services desk for an active and
vibrant community, troubleshooting basic technology issues for various
electronic devices including tablets and e-readers, leading one-on-one
software instruction, collection development, and general information
maintenance including scheduling room bookings and passport
appointments. The successful candidate will possess: a Master's degree
in Library Science from an ALA accredited program, strong collaboration
skills and commitment to teamwork, a self-motivated and self-directed
personality with flexibility, and an understanding of how to work in a
changing environment. This is a full-time 35 hour per week position with
a yearly salary of $48,230, four weeks vacation, Blue Cross Blue Shield
health insurance and a defined pension plan. Interested candidates
should submit a cover letter, resume and essay response of 500 words or
less to the following: How do libraries need to change in order to
survive in the 21st century? How can you contribute to the evolution of
services at the Farmington Libraries? Submissions should be sent to
Laura Horn, Director of Information and Teen Services via email at lhorn@farmingtonlibraries.org No phone calls please. The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 28, 2014.
Labels:
collection development,
full time,
hartford county,
professional,
public libraries,
reference,
technology
Location:
Farmington, CT, USA
Thursday, February 06, 2014
Part Time Evening Interlibrary Loan Assistant - Trinity College Library, Hartford
Part Time Evening Interlibrary Loan Assistant - Trinity College Library,
Hartford. Processes incoming and outgoing interlibrary loan requests
and assists in nightly closing. In the absence of the Evening
Circulation Assistant, may also occasionally oversee the Circulation
Desk. Note that this is an academic year position (September - May)
with work hours of Sunday-Thursday 10pm-1am (15 hours per week) whenever
classes are in session. Starting salary $14.21/hr depending on
experience. Non-benefit eligible position. Full details and
application instructions are at https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/430. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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academic libraries,
circulation,
hartford county,
ILL,
library assistant,
paraprofessional,
part time,
public libraries
Location:
Hartford, CT, USA
Tuesday, February 04, 2014
Part-Time Clerical Position - North Haven Memorial Library
Part-Time Clerical Position - North Haven Memorial Library.
19 hrs/week - Salary $13.29/HR. Job Description: Ability to perform a
wide variety of clerical tasks. Ability to type accurately; ability to
meet the public courteously; capable of performing a wide variety of
library tasks. Computer literacy a must. Prior experience in a library
a plus. The assignment for this position is in the Children's
Department. Work schedule will include two evenings a week until 9pm
and Saturdays in rotation. Apply in person at the Finance Office,
Memorial Town Hall, 18 Church Street, North Haven.
Labels:
children's services,
clerical,
new haven county,
paraprofessional,
part time,
public libraries
Location:
North Haven, CT, USA
Monday, February 03, 2014
Library Associate - New Britain Public Library
Library Associate - New Britain Public Library.
Part-time position (20 hrs/wk) for Adult Programmer that includes at
least one evening per week, as well as alternate Fridays &
Saturdays. Responsible for creating, publicizing, implementing, and
tracking the results of adult programs and Outreach services to the
community under the supervision of the Head of Adult Services.
Additional duties include backup on various service points. Interfaces
with all other departments to assure good communication and parallel
marketing efforts library-wide. Bachelor’s degree and at least four
years of experience in programming and marketing of public library
services. Ability to research and analyze data, to perform detailed
work, and to plan, organize, and implement both long and short termed
projects. Apply in writing to the Library Director, New Britain Public
Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051 or by email to prutkowski@nbpl.info. No phone calls please.
Labels:
adult services,
hartford county,
paraprofessional,
part time,
programming,
public libraries,
publicity
Location:
New Britain, CT, USA
Computer Technician - New Britain Public Library
Computer Technician - New Britain Public Library.
Library Associate, full-time position (37.5 hrs/wk). Bachelor’s degree
and post-secondary training and/or experience, preferably 3 years in
computer equipment and software systems. Strong knowledge of LANS,
CD-ROM’s, and file servers particularly in the windows NT environment.
Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems. Ability to set
up all aspects of a computer including installation of software,
hardware and peripheral troubleshooting, etc. Knowledge of the
Internet, Microsoft and NT server software. Apply in writing to the
Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New
Britain, CT 06051 or by email to prutkowski@nbpl.info. No phone calls please.
Location:
New Britain, CT, USA
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