Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Substitute Children’s Services Reference Librarian - Town of West Hartford, CT

The West Hartford Public Library, located in a vibrant and engaged community that celebrates diversity and maintains a welcoming atmosphere to all visitors, seeks an enthusiastic and energetic library professional with excellent interpersonal skills to assume substitute shifts primarily evenings and weekends in Children’s Services at all three of our library buildings. This position requires a thorough and current knowledge of children’s literature and a proficiency in performing reader’s advisory and reference services to a sophisticated community of young readers ages infant through twelve years of age.
     Minimum requirements: Candidates must hold an MLS degree from an ALA accredited university and a minimum of one year’s experience working as a children’s librarian.
     Salary: $35.18/hour Sick Leave is provided consistent with State of Connecticut regulations, but there are no other benefits associated with this position.
     Applications: Please email cover letter and resume to cwaxman@WestHartfordCT.gov
     Closing Date: May 31, 2022