Librarian III - Full Time (40 hrs. per week). The Bridgeport Public Library
in Bridgeport, CT presents a great opportunity for a full-time Branch
Manager to work at our new Lower East Side Branch Library upon its
completion and to be a member of the BPL’s system-wide leadership team.
This position will provide library services and
programming to a very diverse community with a large Spanish speaking
population. The Successful candidate must be energetic, creative and
team-oriented. Good oral and written communication skills are essential.
Duties include, but are not limited to: collection and staff
development; staff supervision and scheduling; creating library
programs; instructing library patrons in information gathering, research
skills and digital literacy skills; establishing contact and
relationships with neighborhood organizations, institutions and schools;
conducting regular community needs assessments to create tailored
services and programs for the Branch. Candidates must be available to
work nights and weekends and be able to bend and lift at least 25
pounds. Fluency in Spanish is required.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in Library
Science from an ALA-accredited program required. * Three or more years
of professional supervisory experience in a library setting preferred.
Summary of Benefits: Health, limited Dental & Vision, Life
Insurance, 12 paid holidays, up to 4 weeks vacation, 3 Personal and 10
sick days per fiscal year, optional Deferred Compensation Plan, and a
City Credit Union. This position is a member of the Bridgeport City
Supervisors Association (Union) after successful completion of a 6 month
probationary period.
Starting Salary: $79,584.
To apply: Please send resume, cover letter and
professional references to Assistant City Librarian John Soltis: jsoltis@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org by 5:00 pm Friday, September 28, 2018. The Bridgeport Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA
