Reports to: Public Services Manager
Schedule: Must be flexible to include evenings and weekends
Status: Part-time (Hourly – up to a maximum of 19 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: $32.00
Benefits: Sick leave is provided consistent with State of Connecticut Regulations. No other benefits
As a Part Time Librarian working primarily in the Children’s Department you will draw on your expertise to work with a team of professional staff to provide outstanding service to the community of Wethersfield. We are looking for someone who is customer focused, collaborative, tech savvy, and helps ensure the delivery of quality results.
Examples of duties include: Answer ready-reference and/or readers advisory requests as well as provide general research assistance; provide direct public service to patrons; participate in collection development and maintenance in assigned areas; participate in the development, planning, promotion, and delivery of classes, programs, and services in-person and virtually either in a formal or informal setting which fulfill the mission of the library; may also work on special projects; perform other duties as required or other tasks/assignments as necessary.
Required Qualifications: An ALA Accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science or Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent; two years of experience in general library work; excellent customer service skills; passion for and desire to work with a diverse public; knowledge of and demonstrated experience with library related technology; schedule must be flexible to include evenings and weekends; a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory experience; previous experience working in a public library setting as a professional librarian; familiarity with the needs of specific populations to be served (e.g. youth developmental needs)
Visit wethersfieldlibrary.org/job-openings for complete job description and list of qualifications.
Please submit completed application, cover letter, resume, and three professional references, including at least one from a direct supervisor, to: jobs@wethersfieldlibrary.org. Closing date: Open until filled. No phone calls or other inquiries please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. The Town of Wethersfield is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
