Part Time Youth Services Librarian I (19 hrs. per week) - The Bridgeport Public Library in Bridgeport, CT is seeking a part time Youth Services Librarian to provide library services and programming for children and young adults. Successful candidate is energetic, creative, team-oriented, and knowledgeable with respect to juvenile and young adult literature, familiar with computers, gaming, online databases and has experience working with children and young adults (ages 12-19). Good oral and written communication skills. Duties include, but are not limited to creating library programs, instructing children, young adults and caregivers in information gathering, research skills and digital literacy skills. Candidates must be available to work nights and weekends and be able to bend and lift at least 25 pounds. The ability to speak additional languages (especially Spanish) is highly desirable.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program required. One or more years of professional experience in a library setting preferred.
Salary $28.17 per hr.
To apply: Please send resume, cover letter and professional references to Assistant City Librarian John Soltis: jsoltis@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org by 5:00 pm Friday, August 24, 2018.
The Bridgeport Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA
