Supervising Librarian - New Haven Free Public Library. Assignment focuses on Reference and Adult Learning. Salary: Range 9/Step 2: $56,692 annualized. Posted Until: June 23, 2017.
Nature of Work: This is professional library work in
the supervision of a major library activity, a major branch library, or
in the development and supervision of a major specialized subject area
such as literacy, computers, audio-visual resources and service, and
information service for businesses. Work is performed with latitude for
professional judgment under the general supervision of the Director, a
Librarian V or Librarian IV, and is reviewed through conferences and
observation of results. This particular assignment serves as Reference
and Adult Learning Manager with oversight for coordination of digital
inclusion and technology training, provision of social service
assistance, workforce development, strategic adult programming and other
priorities of the City of New Haven, as such will be required to have
knowledge and experience with computer applications in public libraries,
literacy service, and business information service. Develops services
and programs to support lifelong learning in collaboration with other
NHFPL librarians and managers across the library system.
Minimum Requirements: A Master's degree in Library
Science and at least three to five years of experience in professional
library work, including at least six months of supervisory experience;
or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides
the following knowledge, abilities, and skills, including but not
limited to: Considerable knowledge in the required area of expertise
such as: Considerable knowledge of the objectives of library service to
the community. Ability to apply library science principles and
techniques to operating and supervising problems. Ability to plan and
supervise operations of a library unit. Competency in Spanish is a plus.
Instructions: In order to be considered for this title,
you must submit an application during the posting period. Applications
and job description may be picked up at the Department of Human
Resources at 200 Orange St., 1ST Floor, Monday through Friday, 9 A.M. to
5 P.M, or are available on the city website.
As a required part of the application process, candidates MUST submit a
cover letter describing their relevant qualifications, experience and
interest; a current resume; and the contact information for three
references. Applications and other required information must be received
by the Department of Human Resources, No Later Than 5 P.M. on REMOVAL
DATE.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion
of: (1) a background check, (2) a physical examination, including drug
screening, and (3) a 90-day probationary period. This position is
included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3144, American
Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. As a condition of
continued employment, a person appointed to a Local 3144 bargaining unit
position will be required to obtain union membership at the completion
of 90 working days.
