The Town of Putnam is accepting applications for the position of Adult Services Librarian at the Town’s Public Library.
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Adult Services Librarian is responsible for the development of adult programming and performs tasks involved with the computerized transactions of library material to the public. The Adult Services Librarian participates in the planning and evaluation of programs, services, and goals of the entire library.
Required Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university, and 3 years' experience in a library, including library automated systems experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following:
Ability to plan, organize and administer a department. Demonstrated management and supervisory skills. Ability to learn and use the library computer system with a high degree of efficiency. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong public speaking skills are required. Ability to work well under pressure, independently, and pay close attention to detail. Ability to delegate work effectively. Ability to set own priorities for work to be done and meet deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff members, government officials, and the general public.
Compensation: This full-time, hourly, non-union position is based on a typical 35-hour work week schedule. Weekly expected hours are Monday/Wednesday, 12 – 8 pm, Tuesday/Friday, 10 – 5 pm, and Saturday 10 – 3 pm. The expected hourly rate is: $ 22.00 per hour, with negotiation depending on experience. There is health, dental, pension and other benefits with this position. Vacation, personal leave, and sick leave accruals are applicable.
EEOC STATEMENT: It is the policy of the Town of Putnam to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the Town of Putnam will provide reasonable accommodations, that do not present an undue hardship, for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Questions concerning this position, should be directed to the Library Director, Priscilla Colwell at (860) 963-6800 ext. 210.
Please see the full position posting HERE.
To Apply: Please send resumes and cover letters electronically to mariah.clifford@putnamct.us. Closing date for this position is Friday, September 29, 2023.
