Full-time, 35 hours per week
This is an abbreviated posting. Please see the full posting HERE.
Position Summary: The Library Associate performs and leads support staff in one or more library functions in the library or learning resource center of a Community College which provides library services to students, faculty and citizens of the communities served by the College. These library services may include: circulation; acquisitions; interlibrary loans; reserves; on-line copy cataloging; basic reference and readers’ advisory.
The position’s role involves the beginning professional practice of librarianship in the library’s support of the instructional and learning mission of the College. Incumbents may provide coverage of the library during assigned periods.
Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a subject area related to library services in the academic field, or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties. Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following: Experience performing one or more functional areas of librarianship at a beginning professional level of competence. Experience in training and guiding library support staff.
Preferred Qualifications: 2 or more years of academic library experience. 2 or more years of managing Interlibrary Loan and Acquisitions services. Experience using the integrated library system Ex-Libris ALMA/PRIMO. Experience providing circulation services in a library. Experience supporting the library's acquisitions budget.
Starting Salary: Minimum Salary $54,141 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits.
Link to full details and job application
Closing Date: The committee will begin review of applications immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with materials submitted by Wednesday, August 14, 2024, receiving priority consideration.
