$21 per hour* | 19 hours per week
This role requires a Masters Degree in Library Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association. *Library Science students within 1 semester of completing their coursework at an ALA accredited institution will be considered for employment at the rate of $18/hour, to be updated to the full $21/hour upon completion of their MLIS degree program.
This position is an amazing opportunity for current librarians looking for extra experience or Library Science students nearing graduation who are interested in getting hands-on experience in a vibrant urban library setting. The City of New Haven and the New Haven Free Public Library has launched many Librarians' careers from this position.
Assignment is in the Technical Services / Cataloging Department, and requires cataloging and ILS experience, including original & copy cataloging for all material types (including non-traditional items), data loading, and authority file maintenance.
All Library positions serve a diverse population, including a substantial Spanish-speaking community. Spanish/English bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
19 hours per week, may include evening & weekend varied hours to support ongoing Library programming.
Primary Functions: This is part time professional work at the entry level, involving the use of all library techniques and materials in positions such as information or adult services, branch, children and youth, technical services, etc. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level librarian, and is reviewed through frequent conferences and observation of performance.
