Thursday, January 31, 2019

Part Time Teen Librarian - New Haven Free Public Library

Part Time Teen Librarian - New Haven Free Public Library. New Haven Free Public Library is looking for a part time teen librarian who is passionate about serving teens. If you enjoy creativity and working with diverse population in our beautiful teen center, we’d love you to join our Young Minds and Family Learning Department. To apply, please click here. Deadline: February 22, 2019.
     NATURE OF WORK: This is part-time (up to 19 hours) professional work at the entry level, involving the use of all library techniques and materials in positions such as reference, branch, children’s, technical services, etc. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level librarian, and is reviewed through frequent conferences and observation of performance. Schedule will include evenings and rotating Saturdays, at the Main Library or at a Branch. The current vacancy supports the Ives Teen Center programming, and serves a diverse population, including a substantial Spanish speaking community.
     MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Master’s Degree in Library Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association, or its foreign equivalent and other knowledge, abilities and skills as stated in the job description, including but not limited to: Knowledge of the principles and practices of library science, procedures and techniques; Knowledge of sources and procedures used in reference and bibliographic research, and of software programs designed for libraries. Must be computer literate through formal training in the searching of on-line bibliographic databases.
     Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a background check, (2) a physical examination, including drug screening.