Librarian II - (M-6397, Not Tested), Assignment in Young Minds & Family Learning. City of New Haven. SALARY (Range 7): Minimum: $46,906 annualized. HOURS: 37.50 hours per week.
NATURE OF WORK: This is professional library work
beyond entry level. Incumbents are expected to have acquired the basic
knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the full range of
tasks required at a fully capable level of competence. The current
vacant assignment entails developing and delivering programs for
children age 0-18 with an emphasis on early childhood programming,
strong knowledge of children's literature and providing a variety of
information services for parents and children. Duties are performed
within the framework of established library policy under the general
supervision and review of a higher level librarian.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Masters degree in Library
Science from an American Library Association accredited library school.
Minimum of two years experience as a professional librarian and the
necessary knowledge, abilities and skills, in addition to those from
Librarian I, as stated in the job description, including but not limited
to: Ability to organize and maintain a specialized library collection
or service within a department; experience with a variety of on-line
databases and the ability to apply this knowledge in planning and
implementation of research or catalog work; Ability to evaluate and
advise on the disposition of reference questions, or on matters of
cataloging practice; Ability to instruct and train Librarian I and
support staff.
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.
In order to be considered for this title, you must
submit an Application during the posting period. Please submit cover
letter and resume with application. 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, www.cityofnewhaven.com. Application instructions are available here. Open until filled. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D.