Full-time Adult Services Librarian I – Ferguson Library, Stamford, CT. DATE
AVAILABLE: Immediately. SALARY RANGE: $64,141 - $78,728.
CLASSIFICATION RANGE: 5. The Ferguson Library seeks a motivated
individual to join a team of library professionals in the Information
& Adult Services Department at the Main Library – DiMattia Building.
The ideal candidate will have customer service experience, a passion
for working with the public, and the ability to work in a fast-paced,
team-oriented environment.
DUTIES INCLUDE: Providing reference
and readers’ advisory services. Providing technical assistance with the
use of library technology and personal devices. Developing and
maintaining services and collections in designated subject areas.
Conducting training and workshops in a variety of basic and advanced
technology topics. Prepare relevant presentations and handouts for
trainings. Conducting programs and workshops on elected areas of
interest and collection development responsibilities. Creating and
maintaining select webpages in assigned areas. Compiling and publishing
topical and relevant study guides and bibliographies to complement
collections, programs and services. Delivering thorough and concise
reporting and analysis of collection usage. Delivering comprehensive
reporting on program attendance utilizing Project Outcome surveys.
Assisting colleagues on various community-oriented projects and
programs. Other duties as assigned by Associate Director, Community
Engagement.
QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in a related field;
Master’s degree in Library Science preferred. Knowledge of reference and
readers’ advisory services. Knowledge of, and experience with varied
integrated library systems, electronic resources, library and personal
technology. Knowledge of best practices in instructional design.
Interest and drive to learn new skills and technology. Interest and
willingness to deliver programs on a variety of platforms. Sensitivity
and skill in working with the public and staff. Oral and written fluency
in Spanish preferred. Proficiency in other languages a plus. A strong
understanding of EDISJ (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Social Justice)
values in public libraries and commitment to upholding those principles.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Availability to work
evenings and weekends.
If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume and covering letter by email to apply@fergusonlibrary.org.
