PT Librarian (3 positions) - Rockville Public Library, Town of Vernon. The Rockville Public Library is currently hiring three part-time
librarians: one with a focus on children’s services, one with a teen
focus, and one focusing on adult services. Hourly Rate: $23.00. Must be
able to work days, evenings and Saturdays.
General Statement of Duties: Plans, organizes, and supervises
library programs in the areas of Children, Teens or Adults. Performs
professional library services in assisting library patrons in the
selection and use of library materials.
Supervision Received/Exercised: Works under the general direction
of the Library Director or designee. Assigns work to Library Assistants
and other staff within the designated department.
Essential Job Functions: Receives oral and written instruction from
the Library Director. Plans and organizes work according to season of
year, special events and library schedule. Organizes programs with
schools, parent groups and other community organizations. Develops and
conducts programs in designated department, and encourages use of
library facilities and materials. Develops advertising material to
publicize programs and services of the library. Examines professional
publications, and other sources, for selection of books, periodicals,
and related materials. Helps build book collection, periodicals and
communication materials through consultations with Director and other
staff members. Arranges book displays; prepares reading lists for school
and community distribution. Keeps up-to-date on current library trends.
Trains and oversees work assignments of Library Assistants and other
departmental staff. Regular and punctual attendance.
Other Job Functions: Prepares regular narrative and statistical
reports for the Director. Reports goals achieved to the Director.
Attends meetings and participates in professional library organizations.
Other duties as required. Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of library
services provided in a public library setting; strong knowledge of
library principles and practices, thorough knowledge of library
programming; knowledge of community reading interests, books, authors
and other general literature and reference materials. Thorough knowledge
of computers used in a public library. Excellent customer service
skills; strong oral and written communication skills; excellent
organizational skills. Critical thinking skills with the ability to draw
conclusions or approaches to problems to implement solutions; ability
to foster relationships and deal effectively with employees and the
general public. Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to
develop and implement library programs. Ability to follow and give
written and oral instructions; ability to administer policies and
procedures and explain them; ability to be in charge of library during
some shifts; ability to supervise staff. Must be computer proficient
with the ability to learn software programs specific to the job. Ability
to use standard office equipment. Ability to work evenings and
weekends. A Police background check will be required.
Experience & Training: Master’s degree in Library Science from
an accredited institution, with at least two (2) years in professional
library experience, and some supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of
automated library systems. Any equivalent combination of education and
experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this
position.
TO APPLY: View the complete job description and apply online. EOE/AA/M/F
