Director of Library Information Services - Norwalk Public Library

Director of Library Information Services - Norwalk Public Library. Salary: Hourly, $43.61 - $51.54, Annually, $85,373.00 - $100,897.00. Closing Date: December 13, 2013. Description: Plans, organizes and supervises the services and activities of the adult reference unit; and performs professional library services in assisting library patrons in the selection and use of library materials. Examples of Duties: Receives oral or written direction from Assistant Library Director. Plans work according to established library schedule or standard procedure. Establishes task priorities within reference unit. Assigns regular and daily tasks to professional and clerical staff. Assists in near-term and long-range planning of library services. Recommends policies and procedures for the improvement of reference services. Develops collection, including selection and weeding of books, periodicals and materials. Prepares reading lists for special interest groups. Plans and organizes special programs involving the use of library resources. Prepares public relations materials to promote library services. Provides supervision and training to library assistants, clerks and part-time employees in general and specialized tasks. Prepares statistical and narrative reports of some complexity for Assistant Library Director. Reports achievement of assigned work to Assistant Library Director. Examines professional publications and other sources for selection of books, periodicals and other materials. Attends meetings and participates in professional library organizations. Operates computer terminal in issuing, receiving and locating books and materials in division programs. Performs duties in other library divisions as needed. The description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. Typical Qualifications: Supplemental Information: The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with a Master’s degree in Library Science, and three years of progressively responsible public library experience, including one year as supervisor of a Library division. Ability to apply principles of Library Science to solve practical problems in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to prepare and deliver brief, concise and attractive reports of library services and facilities both orally and in writing. A working knowledge of computer applications for library services. Ability to work effectively with library staff and library patrons. This position is a Grade 6. Applications may be obtained and filed online at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/norwalk/default.cfm. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-Time Reference Librarian - Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill

Full-Time Reference Librarian - Cora J. Belden Library, Rocky Hill, is seeking a friendly, energetic, self-motivated, tech-savvy professional to join our Adult Services Department. Our ideal candidate will have: excellent customer service skills; a passion for connecting patrons with library materials; creativity; comfort with exploring new technology; and the ability to collaborate with colleagues and build relationships with the community. Duties include, but are not limited to: reference assistance; collection development (book selection, ordering and cataloging); readers advisory; technology instruction; and possible adult and teen programming.Qualifications and Experience: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited university and progressively responsible experience in a library setting. Full-time position with 40 hours per week, including 1 evening per week and Saturday rotation. Salary is $61,672 with Town benefits. Closing date is 4:30 pm on Wednesday, November 27, 2013. Application process: All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, list of references and a completed Town of Rocky Hill Employment Application (found on Town website at http://www.rockyhillct.gov/DeptPages/employment.htm) to: Jessica Dumas, Town of Rocky Hill, Town Manager’s Office, 761 Old Main St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067.

Public Service Library II - Guilford Free Library

Public Service Library II - Guilford Free Library is currently accepting applications for the following position: Public Services Librarian II – Reference/Adult Services. This is a Full-Time 40-hour per week position with full benefits. Starting Salary- $43,157.91. The full job description and job application can be found through the Town of Guilford’s website. Any person interested in applying for this position should submit an Employment Application and resume to: Human Resources, Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford no later than: 3:00 p.m., Thursday, November 21, 2013.

Reference Services Internship Program - West Hartford Public Library

Reference Services Internship Program - West Hartford Public Library welcomes applications from MLS candidates for its internship program. The program has been designed to provide practical, on-the-job experience to individuals pursuing a career in reference service. Applicants must have completed at least four graduate level library science courses before the start date of their internship including a reference services course. The successful applicant will be paid a stipend of $4375 for 250 hours of work over approximately 5 months starting in January. The intern will have the opportunity to shadow librarians at a fast-paced reference desk and will assist with the implementation of a special project focusing on Collection Management Technology. In addition, the intern will help with other departmental projects such as collection and website development, digitization projects, subject bibliographies, and other projects as assigned. Although the intern will work primarily in the Adult Division of the Noah Webster Library located at 20 South Main Street, s/he will do a rotation in each of the library’s two branches as well as other library divisions to gain a broader understanding of public library operations. This internship program is funded through the generous support of the West Hartford Public Library Foundation’s Thomas F. Kilfoil Fund. Eligibility and requirements: Enrollment in a Master of Library Science Program. Applicants must have completed at least four courses including a reference services course before the start date of the internship. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. The stipend is provided by the West Hartford Public Library Foundation and will be administered by the school in which the student is enrolled. Schedule is flexible but may include some weekday, evening, and weekend hours. Candidate must have reliable transportation. Please email the following to internship@westhartfordlibrary.org by November 15, 2013. Candidates will be notified by the end of December. Resume and cover letter. Personal statement (250-300 words) explaining your interest in libraries and reference service in particular. List of completed classes (unofficial transcripts accepted).

Clerk II - North Haven Memorial Library

Clerk II - North Haven Memorial Library has a 19hr/wk Clerk II position open in the Adult Circulation Department. The successful candidate should be able to perform a wide variety of library and clerical tasks. Ability to type accurately; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to meet the public courteously. Computer literacy a must. Prior experience in a library a plus. $13.29/hr. Work schedule includes two evenings a week until 9pm and Saturday rotations without exception. Apply in person at the Finance Office, Memorial Town Hall, 18 Church Street, North Haven, CT or download an applcation from the town website: www.town.north-haven.ct.us to mail in.

Substitute Library Clerks - East Hartford Public Library

Substitute Library Clerks - East Hartford Public Library is looking for several people to join our staff as substitutes at both the adult and children’s circulation desks. If you are focused on providing great customer-service, have strong computer skills and previous public library experience, consider joining our team. Ability to work evenings and weekends a plus; familiarity with SIRSI system preferred. Candidates must possess the ability to perform a variety of circulation duties including answering phones, processing library membership applications, charging and discharging materials, receiving and processing fines. Compensation $11.16/hr. Please send letter of interest, resume and three references by Friday, September 20, 2013 to: Susan M Hansen, Director, East Hartford Public Library, 840 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06108 or email documents to: shansen@easthartfordct.gov. No phone calls, please. EOE.

Head of Adult Services - Simsbury Public Library

Full-time Head of Adult Services - Simsbury Public Library is seeking a creative, self-motivated Librarian who, under the general supervision of the Library Director, is responsible for providing excellent customer service through management and development of departmental staff, coordination of departmental services including reference and information services; technology instruction and assistance; reader’s advisory; room bookings and use; adult programming; outreach, marketing and publicity; interlibrary loan and resource sharing. The Head of Adult Services is also responsible for Library operations in the absence of the Director. Some evenings and weekends will be required. This is a full-time A5 (Supervisors) position with a salary range of $66,837-$82,370. Required minimum qualifications: MLS with five years progressively responsible library experience, including two years of supervisory experience; proficiency in reference and with Library automation, personal computers, software applications, tablets, android and smart phones, as well as social media. Strong customer service skills are essential. All applications must be submitted online at: www.simsbury-ct.gov/jobs. The closing date for this job opening is Monday, September 2, 2013.