SUMMARY OF POSITION: Responsible for assisting in the administration and operation of a major section of the library such as reference, circulation and teen’s services and performing specialized professional work. A person in this position also administers the entire library in the absence of a librarian in a more responsible position. Responsibilities include helping develop, coordinate, and implement programs to improve service availability and quality consistent with library policies and management guidelines. Other routine work involves keeping current of new technologies and methods, directing, reviewing, and evaluating the work of less senior staff, providing for the overall care and maintenance of the collections, attending meetings and workshops and communicating with customers, co-workers and other agencies. Regularly scheduled night and weekend work is expected.
HOURS AND SALARY: 37.5 hours/week - $63,727.49/annually
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an accredited institution, plus;
Experience: One (1) year of library experience and a strong knowledge of automated library systems.
TO APPLY: Applications and job descriptions are available on our website at: https://www.manchesterct.gov/Employment-Opportunities. Applications must be received in the Human Resources Department by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, April 26, 2024, or must be postmarked by Friday, April 26, 2024. No faxed or e-mailed resumes and/or applications will be accepted.
