Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Technical Services/Reference Clerk - New Fairfield Free Public Library, CT

GENERAL DUTIES: Performs essential clerical duties for library technical services, interlibrary loans, statistical reports and correspondence. Maintains bookkeeping records of the library. Performs all circulation desk duties using computerized system as needed.

HOURS: 35. Includes some evening hours.

SALARY: Starting at $18.68 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS: Two years clerical experience in library functions or three years general clerical experience. Some college preferred. Ability to learn and use automated circulation system, ILL functions, online catalogs, and other equipment as necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar software programs. Ability to learn and follow library circulation policies and procedures. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to comprehend patrons needs quickly and accurately. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and public. Strong reference/reader’s advisory skills. Work independently under general supervision. Physical abilities require stretching, reaching, bending, and lifting/moving, pushing/pulling cart up to 50 pounds.

POSITION TO START: January 2023

PLEASE SUBMIT: Online Application (www.newfairfield.org), Letter of Intent, Resume, Letters of Reference (3).

The Town of New Fairfield Board is an equal opportunity employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting, appointing, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on the basis of merit and qualification, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital status, Veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or genetic information or any other applicable lawful discriminatory standards except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screen and background check prior to commencement of employment.

Please see the full job posting HERE.