Librarian, Part Time

Public Library•New Haven, CT

17h

About The Position

The New Haven Free Public Library is seeking part-time librarians for assignments in Young Minds & Family Learning or Adult Services. The role offers hands-on experience in a vibrant urban library setting and may suit current librarians seeking additional experience or Library Science students nearing graduation. Applicants are asked to indicate their area of interest. The library serves a diverse population, including a substantial Spanish-speaking community; Spanish/English bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. This is entry-level professional library work involving the use of library techniques and materials across areas such as information or adult services, branches, children and youth, and technical services. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level librarian and reviewed through frequent conferences and observation. The position is 19 hours per week, with varied hours that may include evenings and weekends to support library programming. For Young Minds & Family Learning, the assignment involves developing and delivering programs for children ages 0–12, with an emphasis on early childhood programming, knowledge of children's literature, and information services for parents and children. For Adult Services, the librarian plans, develops, and delivers programs for adults in the New Haven community. The ideal candidate for Adult Services brings programming and collection management experience, creativity, strong communication and interpersonal skills, a professional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and an appreciation for teamwork. The role includes advising patrons on reading materials; cataloging and selecting materials; conducting research and instructing patrons in reference tools, databases, computers, and library services; delivering programs and library tours; building relationships with schools and other organizations; and supervising support personnel. A master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited graduate program is required. Library Science students within one semester of completing coursework at an ALA-accredited institution may be considered at $18 per hour, increasing to $21 per hour upon completion of the MLIS degree. The position is not eligible for medical benefits, vacation pay, holiday pay, union membership, or union contractual benefits. Employment is contingent on a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Library Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association; students within one semester of completing coursework at an ALA-accredited institution may be considered at the student rate until degree completion.
Knowledge of library science principles and practices and their application to the community.
Knowledge of library procedures and techniques.
Knowledge of sources and procedures used in reference and bibliographic research.
Knowledge of library software and ability to search online bibliographic databases effectively.
Knowledge of computer applications, including PowerPoint, spreadsheets, and word processing, and use of the Internet for information retrieval.
Ability to troubleshoot problems with computers and other equipment.
Ability to apply library science principles and techniques to specific operating problems.
Ability to communicate clearly and work harmoniously with library users and staff.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
Ability to plan and implement library programs.
Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States without employer-sponsored visa support.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening is required.

Nice To Haves

Spanish/English bilingual ability; bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
For the Adult Services assignment, programming and collection management experience, creativity, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a professional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and an appreciation for teamwork.
For the Young Minds & Family Learning assignment, strong knowledge of children's literature.

Responsibilities

Advise parents, teachers, and patrons of all ages about appropriate and desirable reading materials.
Catalog books, periodicals, public documents, pamphlets, audiovisual materials, and other items using automated systems and bibliographic utilities; perform original and copy cataloging, assign subject headings, review preprocessed items, and supervise materials processing.
Select or assist in selecting print and non-print materials, subject to review by a higher-level librarian.
Conduct reference and bibliographic research, instruct patrons in the use of reference tools and databases, and prepare bibliographies.
Instruct patrons in using the library and its facilities, assist with computers and applications including the Internet, and conduct tours for school and civic groups.
Conduct programs such as book talks, story hours, and specialized information presentations.
Develop and maintain relationships with schools and other organizations to promote library services.
Supervise support personnel and, when needed, supervise a branch or department in the regular supervisor's absence.
For Young Minds & Family Learning, develop and deliver programs for children ages 0–12, emphasizing early childhood programming, and provide information services for parents and children.
For Adult Services, plan, develop, and deliver a wide range of programs for adults in the New Haven community.
Perform related work as required.