SALARY: Within Local 3144, Range 9: $59,408 - $62,423 annualized
     EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
    
 PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: This is professional library work in the supervision
 of a major library activity, a major branch library, or in the 
development and supervision of a major specialized subject area. Work is
 performed with latitude for professional judgment under the general 
supervision of a Librarian V or Librarian IV, and is reviewed through 
conferences and observation of results. This particular 
assignment is responsible for the supervision of the New Haven Free 
Public Library’s Young Minds and Family Learning Department. The 
position provides strategic direction, collection development oversight,
 program coordination and supervision of selected staff.
    
 TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Directs and carries through 
library policies and programs of the agency. Supervises all personnel 
and activities of the agency. Advises adult and juvenile users as to 
library materials for specialized interests and needs and also for 
recreational reading. Selects books and other library materials for the 
agency. Works with community groups and organizations to promote the use
 of the library. Determines the information needs of the business 
community, selects business materials and promotes their use. Plans for 
and supervises computer-based information systems, develops in-house 
computer programs, makes recommendations for new computer applications. 
Supervises audio-visual service, selects audio tapes, video tapes, 
compact discs, and coordinates their selection with the other resources 
of the library.
     EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: A 
Master's degree in Library Science and at least three to five years 
experience in professional library work, including at least six months 
of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of training and
 experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and 
skills: 
     KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: 
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of library 
science. Considerable knowledge of library procedures and techniques. 
Considerable knowledge in the required area of expertise, such as 
reference and bibliographic research, computer applications in public 
libraries, literacy service, and business information service. 
Considerable knowledge of the objectives of library service to the 
community. Ability to apply library science principles and techniques to
 operating and supervising problems. Ability to plan and supervise 
operations of a library unit. Ability to schedule and supervise the work
 of professional, sub-professional and clerical assistant. Ability to 
establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees 
and the public.
     SALARY, BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF 
EMPLOYMENT: This position is included in a collective bargaining 
agreement with Local 3144, American Federation of State, County and 
Municipal Employees. Employment is contingent upon the successful 
completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check, (2) a 
pre-employment physical examination, including pre-employment drug 
screening, (3) registration in the New Haven COVID Vaccination/Testing 
portal and providing proof of Full Vaccination with Booster as eligible,
 as per the Mandatory COVID Vaccination/Testing Policy, and (4) a 90-day
 probationary period. 
     SELECTION PLAN: This is a General Fund, "Non-Tested" position. Information regarding the selection process can be found HERE.
 Please note that our method of communication with applicants is by 
email. In the application process, please provide a valid email address,
 and ensure that you monitor your email for correspondence from our 
department.
     TO APPLY: View the full position listing and apply online HERE. 
     CLOSE DATE: Friday, July 22, 2022
    at 11:59 PM.
 
