Children’s Librarian - Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library, New Hartford

Children’s Librarian - Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library, a small, award-winning public library in Northwestern Connecticut, is seeking a friendly, energetic, creative, and resourceful children’s librarian for 21+ hours/week, including some evenings and Saturdays. Salary range: $16 - $19/hr. Education degree or library experience preferred. Responsible for juvenile and young adult collection development and children’s programming, including pre-school story times. Submit a cover letter and resume with contact information for three references by October 4, 2013, to: Andrea Gaedeke, Library Director, The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library, P.O. Box 247, New Hartford, CT 06057, or staff@beekleylibrary.org.

Librarian - Northwestern Connecticut Community College, Winsted

Librarian - Northwestern Connecticut Community College, Winsted. 35 hours per week (Full-Time) / 12-Month Tenure Track Position. Anticipated Starting Date: December 27, 2013. Northwestern Connecticut Community College is seeking an innovative and student-oriented librarian to join a team-oriented, academic library. This position requires the ability to work some evenings and Saturdays, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited institution and a strong commitment to public services, including one to four years of related experience in an academic library, and a demonstrated passion for teaching information literacy skills to individuals and classes. Candidates must also have: experience with developing and administrating learning assessment tools; effective interpersonal, oral, written, and online communication skills; experience leading or supervising others; ability to work independently, as part of a team, and work with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and community members; and enthusiasm for tackling all aspects of the job description with creativity and flexibility. Other duties may be assigned. Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have a demonstrated ability to create digital resources. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons. Responsibilities: Working under the direction of the Director of Library Services, the candidate performs a broad range of public services in the library, including information literacy instruction; reference and circulation services; technical services and collection development. Minimum Salary: $59,471 approximate annual, plus excellent medical insurance, retirement and related fringe benefits.To apply, please submit the following electronically: (Only complete application packages will be accepted for consideration); Letter of Intent; Resume; Typed Employment Application, available here; Unofficial Transcripts from each Degree-Granting Institution; Three letters of recommendation relevant to this particular position. You may email your application package to NW-HumanResources@nwcc.commnet.edu. Application Deadline: October 12, 2013. Northwestern Connecticut Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, m/f. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply.

Library Assistant - Kent School

Library Assistant - Kent School. Seeking a reliable, energetic and confident team member for a part-time (12-15 hours/week, nights and Saturdays) academic year position at the John Gray Park ‘28 Library at Kent School in Kent, CT. Responsibilities include supervision of students, shelving and circulation desk work, inventory and other tasks as assigned. Training will be provided. Flexible schedule and bachelor’s degree required, experience working in libraries and/or with high school students preferred. Resume and cover letter to voorheesa@kent-school.edu please.

Head Librarian - Bakerville Library, New Hartford

Head Librarian - Bakerville Library, New Hartford. The Bakerville Library Board of Directors is seeking a candidate with strong communication, customer service, and technology skills to direct a small, rural library in New Hartford, CT. The position is approximately 25 hours per week. The librarian is responsible for the purchase and circulation of library materials, the supervision and training of assistants and volunteer staff, the preparation of financial and statistical reports, and some library programming. The candidate should have experience with automated circulation systems, demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers, especially Word, and be comfortable in an online environment. The librarian reports to the Board of Directors and is required to attend six board meetings a year. Other duties are dictated by the needs of the library. Salary will be based on experience and education. No benefits. Library experience is preferred. A letter of application and a current resume should be sent by July 26, 2013 to: Kathy Kinane, Chairman, Board of Directors, Bakerville Library, 6 Maple Hollow Road, New Hartford, CT 06057. Electronic submissions are also accepted at: bakerville.library@snet.net Subject Line: Att: Kathy Kinane.

Children’s Librarian - Terryville Public Library

Children’s Librarian - Terryville Public Library seeks an enthusiastic Children’s Librarian. Responsibilities include: Plans, organizes and implements library services to children, selects materials consistent with library’s mission, works with school and local organizations to develop and expand services, serves as a liaison to community agencies serving children, promotes early literacy through goal oriented programs, and encourages each child’s development to his or her potential. Requirements: MLS preferred or the completion of degree within 5 years of hire, knowledge of children’s literature and bibliographic tools, understanding of library policies, goals and services, excellent oral and written communication skills, working knowledge of computer applications for library services, and ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Salary: $35,352 plus benefits, 35 hours per week (one evening and alternate Fridays and Saturdays). Please send letter of interest, resume with references, and completed Town of Plymouth application to Library Director, Terryville Public Library, 238 Main Street, Terryville, CT 06786. Town of Plymouth application is available at http://www.plymouthct.us/employment.htm or the library. Application deadline: June 10, 2013, EOE.

Intern - Norfolk Library

Intern - Norfolk Library. The Norfolk Library is looking for an undergraduate college student for a 10 hour a week, one year, paid internship. This is a weekend position. The applicant must have had a positive experience with public libraries, with strong computer skills and ability to adapt quickly to new and varied tasks. $8.25 per hour, no benefits. Send resume and letter of interest to Luisa Sabin-Kildiss, Norfolk Library 9 Greenwoods Road East, Norfolk, CT 06058 or preferably by email to: lsabinkildiss@biblio.org. Deadline May 25, 2013.

Substitute and Temporary Library Assistant - Oliver Wolcott Library, Litchfield

Substitute and Temporary Library Assistant - Oliver Wolcott Library, Litchfield, is seeking a substitute & temporary library assistant with excellent customer service and computer skills to assist patrons of all ages at a busy circulation desk. The Oliver Wolcott Library is a dynamic, innovative library with a friendly, fun, and team-oriented staff culture. The position is 10 to 12 hours per week from July 1, 2013 through February 1, 2014 for a scheduled maternity leave. Additionally, the ideal candidate would be available for substituting as needed beginning immediately and continuing after February 2014. Hourly rate of $12. Contemporary experience working in a public library is required and current work experience in a Bibliomation library, or Evergreen system library, is strongly preferred. Other requirements for the position include: excellent customer service skills, competent computer skills, ability to organize, ability to achieve goals in a timely fashion, ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other employees and the public, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, ability to work with a flexible schedule and to effectively manage time, and the ability to work with frequent interruptions. Send resume and letter to: Ann Marie White, Oliver Wolcott Library, P.O. Box 187, Litchfield, CT 06759. Open until filled.