Librarian I, Children's - New Britain Public Library

Librarian I, Children’s position - New Britain Public Library. 20 hours per week - $27,144. Reports to: Manager of Children's Services. Schedule: Part-time position (20 hrs/wk) includes up to two evenings per week and alternate Fridays & Saturdays. Summary of Duties: Responsibility for both in-library and outreach programs and providing reference and reader’s advisory services. Participates in materials selection and collection maintenance. Additional: May be in charge in the absence of the Department Manager. Qualifications: MLS from ALA accredited school of library/information science; Public library experience in Children’s Services preferred. Computer literacy required; working knowledge of hardware preferred. Proficiency in Polish, Spanish, or another language prevalent in New Britain preferred. Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle. Demonstrated ability to work with children and excellent interpersonal skills in general; considerable knowledge of children’s literature and child development; excellent communication skills, both oral and written; ability to interact with a wide variety of people. Closing Date: Open until filled. Full posting and job description at www.nbpl.info. Resume, cover letter, and 3 references to Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051 or email to prutkowski@nbpl.info. No phone calls.