Monday, July 02, 2018

Technical Services/Reference Clerk - New Fairfield Free Public Library

Technical Services/Reference Clerk - (Union Position) Town of New Fairfield, New Fairfield Free Public Library.
     GENERAL DUTIES: Performs essential clerical duties for library technical services, interlibrary loans, statistical reports and correspondence. Performs bookkeeping functions of the library. Performs all circulation desk duties using computerized system as needed.
     HOURS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12:45 - 8:15 pm; Tuesday, Thursday 9:45am-5:15pm. May include occasional Saturday hours.
     SALARY: Starting at $16.64 per hour
     QUALIFICATIONS: Two years clerical experience in library functions or three years general clerical experience. Some college preferred. Good knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting and clerical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar software programs. Ability to learn and use automated circulation system, ILL functions, online catalogs, and other equipment as necessary. Ability to learn and follow library circulation policies and procedures. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to comprehend patrons' needs quickly and accurately. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and public. Strong reference/reader’s advisory skills. Work independently under general supervision.
     POSITION TO START: Summer 2018
     PLEASE SUBMIT: Online Application (www.newfairfield.org), Letter of Intent, Resume, Letters of Reference (3).
     CLOSING DATE: July 13, 2018
     The Town of New Fairfield Board is an equal opportunity employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting, appointing, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on the basis of merit and qualification, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital status, Veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or genetic information or any other applicable lawful discriminatory standards except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. (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 background check prior to commencement of employment.