SALARY RANGE: $65,744 - $80,969 (effective 7/1/2021)
DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately
The Ferguson Library is seeking to fill the full-time position of
Librarian I for its South End Branch. Founded in 1877, and incorporated
as an association library in 1880, The Ferguson Library is Stamford’s
public library. With major annual funding from the city, it operates a
Main Library downtown, three neighborhood branches, and a bookmobile.
The South End Branch serves a diverse and growing neighborhood with a
wide range of programming and services. Outreach is an important part of
the job, which offers the successful candidate the opportunity to have a
meaningful impact in the community.
The Ferguson Library is
striving to be an anti-racist and equitable organization. Our staff are
people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a
passion for improving people’s lives through education, resources and
services. Diversity not only includes race and gender expression but
also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation,
religious beliefs and many other parts of one’s identity. We are
deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of culture and workplace
we aspire to create.
DUTIES INCLUDE: Provide reference and
readers advisory services to patrons of all ages. Provide assistance to
patrons in locating and using library materials and equipment including
databases, digital media and mobile devices. Develop and maintain the
collections of children’s materials; attend biweekly system-wide Youth
Services book meeting. Assist supervisor with collection development for
Adult Collection. Assist supervisor in developing the budget for the
South End Branch. Assist with adult and children’s programming for the
public, including community outreach. Serve as liaison for library
services with community groups, schools and other librarians. Work on
the circulation desk at the branch and on the bookmobile as needed.
Other duties as required by the Branch Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Library Science or Information
Science, and a minimum of two years of library experience; or an
equivalent combination of education, work experience and training
preferred. Knowledge of and experience with development and maintenance
of collections. Experience with the design and delivery of library
programs for the public. Knowledge of and experience with electronic
resources and digital media. Demonstrated commitment to public service
in an urban public library environment. Proficiency in a second language
desirable; Spanish preferred. Tact and skill in working with public and
staff. Ability to work individually and as a team member. Availability
for evening and weekend work in rotation.
If interested in being
considered for this position, please submit a resume and covering
letter by email to the Director of Human Resources, at apply@fergusonlibrary.org, not later than May 16, 2022.
