Duties and Responsibilities: Provides innovative age-appropriate literacy programs virtually and in person, oversees the collection development in alignment with the local school system to ensure a comprehensive collection, and supports digital needs of our younger community members.
Responsibilities include but not limited to administrative assignments including staff scheduling, statistics and program reports. Assists at the lnformation desk, performs other duties as assigned by the Library Director including making appropriate day to day decisions as needed within the framework of the organizational mission and the policies and procedures of the Town of Middlebury.
Minimum qualifications, requirements, skill, and ability: Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) from an accredited institution. Knowledge of methods for collecting, managing, and analyzing data; including but not limited to knowledge of library reference and cataloging methods. Experience in gathering statistical information. Experience training, mentoring, and working with a library community of all ages. Experience planning, organizing, and managing multiple tasks. Experience in creating and executing virtual programming environments. Proficient use of current technology. Experience communicating clearly and effectively, by writing and orally, with groups and individuals especially children. Experience in digital marketing-social media. 3 Years' experience managing children's collection development. Experience in storytelling. Artistic ability.
Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume via e-mail to: Jo-Ann LoRusso, Library Director, Town of Middlebury Public Library: jlorusso@middlebury-ct.org. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. View the full job posting HERE.
