Librarian (Children’s Department) - Wethersfield Library. Reports to: Public Services Manager. Status: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Salary Range Begins: $63,456.81 (as of June 30, 2021) + 2.0% (as of July 1, 2021. FLSA: Exempt. Union/Non Union: Union. Work Schedule (includes evenings and weekends) and Benefits (e.g. health insurance, life insurance, 401(a) defined contribution plan, paid holidays, vacation, personal leave, and sick leave) are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Town of Wethersfield and UE Local 222, CILU #81-4082.
As a Librarian working primarily in the Children’s Department you will
draw on your expertise to work with a team of professional staff to
provide outstanding service to the community of Wethersfield. We are
looking for someone who is customer focused, collaborative, tech savvy,
and helps ensure the delivery of quality results.
Examples of
duties include: Answer ready-reference and/or readers advisory requests;
provide general research assistance; participate in collection
development and maintenance; participate in the development, planning,
promotion, and delivery of classes, programs, and services in-person as
well as virtually which fulfill the mission of the library; liaison and
collaborate closely with relevant Town departments, local schools, and
community groups; may also work on special projects; perform other
duties as required or other tasks/assignments as necessary.
This
position requires: an ALA Accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science
or Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent;
two years of experience in general library work; excellent customer
service skills; passion for and desire to work with a diverse public;
knowledge of and demonstrated experience with library related
technology; schedule must be flexible to include evenings and weekends; a
valid driver’s license.
Visit www.wethersfieldlibrary.org/job-openings/ for complete job description and list of qualifications.
Please submit completed application, cover letter, resume, and three
professional references, at least one from a direct supervisor, to: jobs@wethersfieldlibrary.org. Closing date: Wednesday September 15, 2021. No phone calls please.
Successful candidate must pass interviews, and/or practical exam,
and/or written exam prior to employment. In addition, successful
candidate must also pass physical, drug testing, and background check
prior to employment.
The Town of Wethersfield is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
