Teen/Reference Librarian - Windsor Public Library. The
Town of Windsor, CT is seeking a full-time Teen/Reference Librarian to
work at our Main Library. The starting salary is $52,000-$57,000
annually, depending on experience and qualifications. This 40 hour/week
position includes 2 evenings per week and weekend rotation. Town
employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package, including but not
limited to, health, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement,
short and long term disability and a defined contribution retirement
plan.
The position: Oversee all aspects of teen services
including programming, collection development, and teen volunteer
supervision. Provide excellent customer service on a regular basis at
our busy reference desk and work closely with other members of the staff
to deliver services to all patrons. Additional duties include budget
management, promotion and marketing of teen programs, community/school
liaison and collaboration with other staff on library planning.
Our Ideal Candidate will: Be knowledgeable of and appreciate young adult
literature, trends, materials, and pop culture; have a high comfort
level with technology, devices, and social media. Be enthusiastic,
team-spirited, motivated, organized and a life-long learner. Communicate
effectively orally and in writing with diverse customers and coworkers.
Have the ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines; be
able to work in a fast paced, customer service focused environment with
patience, flexibility and attention to detail.
Minimum
Qualifications, Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Library
Science with two (2) or more years of experience working in a public
library (or equivalent). Proficient with MS Office Suite, Internet, and
other programs as needed. Familiarity with specific applications (e.g.,
Innovative Interfaces ILS, Excel, and Publisher) is a plus. Any
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful
candidates will be subject to the Town of Windsor background screening
process, which includes a criminal background check and a pre-employment
drug screen.
To apply: Complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter by October 9, 2020
at 5:00 p.m. The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA.
