The Town of Windsor, CT is seeking a full-time Teen/Reference Librarian to work at our Main Library.
The starting salary is $60,000-$62,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. This 40 hour/week position includes one evening per week and Saturday rotation. Town employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package, including but not limited to, health, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, short and long term disability and a defined contribution retirement plan.
The position: Oversee all aspects of teen services including programming, collection development, and teen volunteer supervision. Provide excellent customer service on a regular basis at our busy reference desk and work closely with other members of the staff to deliver services, including technology assistance to all patrons. Oversee Makerspace activities, including proficiency with use of equipment. Additional duties include budget management, promotion and marketing of teen programs, community/school liaison and collaboration with other staff on library planning.
Our Ideal Candidate will: Be knowledgeable of and appreciate young adult literature, trends, materials, and pop culture; have a high comfort level with technology, devices, and social media. Be enthusiastic, team-spirited, motivated, organized and a life-long learner. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse customers and coworkers. Have the ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines; be able to work in a fast paced, customer service focused environment with patience, flexibility and attention to detail.
Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Library Science with two (2) or more years of experience working in a public library (or equivalent). Proficient with MS Office Suite, Internet, and other programs as needed. Familiarity with specific applications (e.g., Innovative Interfaces ILS, Excel, and Publisher) is a plus. Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful candidates will be subject to the Town of Windsor background screening process, which includes a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug screen (includes screening for marijuana).
To apply: Complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter by April 10th, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA.
