Wednesday, August 19, 2015
Assistant Youth Services Librarian (full time)
Hartford Public Library seeks
dedicated and flexible individual for Youth Services Department. The
Assistant Youth Services Librarian supports Hartford Public Library’s
mission & core values and provides effective access to resources,
information and ideas for Youth. This position ensures the highest level
of service is provided by staff to all customers. Full requirements,
job description and application are available online at http://hplct.org/about/job-openings
or Administrative Office, Hartford Public Library, 500 Main Street,
Hartford, CT 06103. Applications accepted until filled. Full
requirements, job description and application are available online at http://hplct.org/about/job-openings
or Administrative Office, Hartford Public Library, 500 Main Street,
Hartford, CT 06103. A completed signed application must be received in
order to be considered for this position. Position open until filled.
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. Essential Functions: Provide
quality service by assisting customers in use of library resources. Plan
and implement activities and programs for children and families.
Participate in collection development. Provide outreach to schools and
organizations serving families and children. Participate on committees,
including neighborhood teams. Ensures safe conditions for staff, public,
and building operation. Takes appropriate action in building
emergencies. Keeps informed of current trends, improved programs and
processes to better meet the needs of the community. Provides welcoming
customer service to all customers. Positively reflects Hartford Public
Library’s mission, vision, and values to staff and the public. Other
Functions: Supervise branch staff in absence of branch manager or senior
branch manager. Performs related duties as required. The duties listed
above are intended only as illustrative of the various types of work
that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties
does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a
logical assignment to the position. QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
Bachelor's Degree in related discipline, or an equivalent combination of
education, training, and experience is required. Minimum one year
experience working with youth and families is required. Ability to
relate to children, teens, and families in a diverse environment. Strong
commitment to working within a team environment is required. Solid
written and verbal communication, listening, organization and priority
setting skills. Strong public relations skills. Solid working knowledge
of all MS Office suite software is required. Ability to design, develop,
and proofread written and visual materials Ability to provide welcoming
and effective customer service. Ability to establish and maintain
effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both
professional and non-professional, co-workers, management personnel, and
the public. Ability to work independently. Ability to work in a
fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities. Ability to think
quickly, assess a situation and make a sound decision. Ability to work a
varied schedule inclusive of evenings and weekends. Ability to create
clear and concise reports, and to deliver them orally to a wide variety
of audiences. Ability to deal effectively with elected officials, and
other public constituencies. Valid driver’s license is required. Mental
and physical requirements: The physical demands and work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those that must be
met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to
perform continuous bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, pulling of a
cart, and lifting of moderate to heavy weight material up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to walk, sit and stand for extended periods during the
shift. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision,
distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to
adjust focus. Ability to keep his/her composure with the public and
co-workers in everyday, potentially stressful situations