Supervising Librarian - Young Minds and Family Learning Services. City of New Haven, New Haven Free Public Library (M-5493). Salary: (Range 9) MIN.: $60,901 annualized. 37.50 hours per week.
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 is responsible for the supervision
of the New Haven Free Public Library’s Young Minds and Family Learning
Department. The position provides strategic direction, collection
development oversight, program coordination and supervision of selected
staff.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Master's degree in Library
Science and at least three to five years’ 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.
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.
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.
TO APPLY: 1) Go to https://newhavenct.munisselfservice.com/.
2) Click on Employment Opportunities and follow all instructions
provided. You will need a valid, working email address to apply.
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION ONLY ACCEPTED ON-LINE at https://newhavenct.munisselfservice.com/. REMOVAL DATE: July 27, 2018. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D.
