Part-Time Children's Services Librarian - New Haven Free Public Library

Part-Time Children's Services Librarian - New Haven Free Public Library. The NHFPL is seeking an enthusiastic candidate for a part-time children's services librarian. The job entails providing programming, reader's advisory and reference help for children and teens. Candidates must have an MLS or are near completion of an MLS degree and experience working with children. The position is for 19 hours a week at $19 an hour. Please send a resume to Marie Jarry, Manger of Young Minds, mjarry@nhfpl.org.

Biomedical Sciences Research Support Librarian - Cushing/Whitney Medical Library, Yale University, New Haven

Biomedical Sciences Research Support Librarian - Cushing/Whitney Medical Library, Yale University, New Haven. Rank: Librarian [Librarian 1-3]. The Yale University Cushing/Whitney Medical Library invites applications for the position of Biomedical Sciences Research Support Librarian. This position serves as the primary liaison between the Library and research departments, laboratories, and individual scientists within the Medical Center, and is pivotal to defining and expanding the Library’s role in supporting e-Science and biomedical research data management. With a demonstrated understanding of the work of laboratory scientists, of the scientific processes they apply, and of the impact and potential of e-Science methodologies upon their research, the librarian provides individualized, point-of-need professional librarian services and information and data support. The librarian develops and provides training in the use of biomedical knowledge management, information and data resources, tools, and strategies. The librarian assists researchers manage their data, navigate Yale University’s available data management, curation and preservation landscape, and adhere to federal or other grant funding agencies’ data management and public access policies and requirements. Required Education, Skills and Experience: Minimum of a Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school or a post-graduate degree in a related discipline. Demonstrated understanding of the work of laboratory scientists, of the scientific processes they apply, and of the impact and potential of e-Science methodologies upon their research. Demonstrated skill using a wide range of bibliographic databases in the health and life sciences, including the full suite of NCBI databases and resources as well as other core bioinformatics tools. Demonstrated creativity and flexibility, with the ability to conceptualize and conceive new solutions to researchers’ information and data problems; demonstrated ability to develop and grow a customer base through the creation, enhancement and provision of user-centered services. Preferred: PhD in biomedical sciences. Experience searching for grant and other funding opportunities. Salary: Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments (see range assigned to this description as noted in the posting position title). Librarian ranking information: Click here for more information. For full position information and to apply online, please go to www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS requisition ID is 23718BR. Review of applications will begin immediately. When applying, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.

Library Director - Northfield Mount Hermon (MA)

Library Director - Northfield Mount Hermon (MA). Full Time, Academic Year. NMH seeks a dynamic individual to serve as Library Director to lead and oversee all aspects of the school’s library. Reporting to the Dean of Faculty, the Director works closely with NMH program leaders and the Director of Academic Technology to ensure the library’s academic and technical resources adequately support and advance the school’s educational program. The Library Director is responsible for working with faculty and staff to develop and implement instructional design solutions for the classroom. The Director provides leadership and administrative oversight in all areas of the library, including budgeting, acquisitions, collection development, research and instruction. The ideal candidate actively promotes, through the support of teachers and students, critical thinking and innovation within the curriculum. Candidates should possess a masters in Library Sciences, a minimum of five years of experience demonstrating progressive professional growth in a secondary school library or similar setting, and at least two to three years of supervisory experience. The successful candidate must possess a demonstrated interest and skill in the area of emerging technologies and experience working effectively in a highly collaborative, process-oriented setting. Applicants should be excited about innovative methods in secondary education, possess a demonstrated interest in making a positive impact on the lives and learning of adolescents, have experience in diversity work and an eagerness to work with a diverse student body in a boarding school environment. Send cover letter, resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation to: Dean of Faculty, Northfield Mount Hermon, One Lamplighter Way, Mt. Hermon, MA 01354, Phone: (413) 498-3432; Fax: (413) 498-3155, Faculty_Recruitment@nmhschool.org. Northfield Mount Hermon School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reference/Bibliographic Instruction Librarian - Housatonic Community College, Bridgeport

Reference/Bibliographic Instruction Librarian - Housatonic Community College, Bridgeport, has an immediate opening for temporary, part-time (15 hours a week) Librarian. A Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program is required. Candidate should have reference experience which includes knowledge of electronic (databases and internet) and print resources; solid reference skills; good communication and interpersonal skills; and the ability to establish a professional and respectful relationship with a highly diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and public. Teaching experience with library instruction or other forms of teaching is a plus. Principal responsibility of the position is providing reference assistance to students. Bibliographic instruction may be assigned. Other library responsibilities will be assigned as needed. Some evening and/or weekend hours may be required. Salary: $31.37 per hour, with limited benefits. Send a cover letter, resume, and completed (typed) CT Community College Employment Application to: Shelley Strohm, Director of Library Services, Housatonic Community College, 900 Lafayette Boulevard, Bridgeport, CT 06604. The application is accessible online at http://www.hcc.commnet.edu/HR/apps/State_App_UnclassEEO-2012.docx. Application must be completed in its entirety; references to resume or CV are not acceptable. Application materials will be accepted until position is filled.

Reference Librarian - Fairfield Woods Branch Library

Reference Librarian - Fairfield Woods Branch Library. Have you always wanted to be part of a library neighborhood community? Are you a positive, upbeat librarian with a strong work ethic? Are you willing to explore and try new things? If you’ve answered “yes” then Fairfield Woods Branch Library could become your dream place to work. As part of our branch library team you will work daily with families, teens and adults. You will be helping our “regulars” chose great books through your outstanding readers’ advisory skills. You will also be updating our branch library community with the latest and greatest things we have to offer here with your Social Media skills. Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest will be places you make regular contributions. We are looking for someone who enjoys planning programs for adults to help us build a strong, interesting, educational connection with our community. Supervisory experience is helpful as you could, in the absence of the Branch Reference Supervisor, work on scheduling reference desk staff and assigning work to part-time staff. Strong customer services skills are required as well as a comfort with technology such as the operation of workstations, e-readers, scanners, printers etc. is required. In this position YOU will need to take the initiative, in consultation with the Supervisor, to help patrons with their needs. This job will also include fulfilling the needs of our homebound patrons; managing ILL requests and overseeing our museum pass collection. The work week is 35 hours/week with one evening and one Saturday a month required. You may also be in charge of some evening programs. As part of the Fairfield Public Library team, you may be required to attend meetings, work a shift or participate in workshops at our Main Library. Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited university with one-two years’ experience working as a professional librarian, preferably in adult reference services, including familiarity with technology and readers’ advisory is required. Salary starts at $51,259.00 with benefits. Contact Karen Ronald, Town Librarian, kronald@fplct.org with a resume (include all Social Media you use regularly) and cover letter by December 13, 2013. Qualified candidates with be invited for an interview.

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.

Library Assistant, Full-Time - Enfield Public Library

Library Assistant, Full-Time - Enfield Public Library. Hourly Rate: $20.18 . General Statement of Duties: The Library Assistant performs many support activities involved in operating a library by assisting the professional librarians following established rules and procedures and policies. May assist in the administration of a branch in the absence of a professional librarian. Library Assistants generally work in both technical and user services. User services work is directly with the public to help them find the information needed. Technical services is acquiring and preparing material for use and dealing less frequently with the public. An employee in this class shall perform routine general library work and may acquire proficiency in only one of the general specialized areas of library work. Library Assistants may work on special projects. Supervision Received: Works under the general direction and supervision of the Head of Circulation who issues instructions, spot checks work or requires cross-checking by other personnel, but has some latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Essential Job Functions: In the administration of a branch or division in the administration of a branch or division in the absence of a professional librarian; participates in all the work at the circulation desk such as processing interlibrary loans, and reserves books, may supervise computer use and train others in the use of the computer; instructs patrons in the use of media and equipment and operates equipment, answers telephone, receives overdues, etc; orients patrons to the library by informing them of services available and the location of media, by recommending media and by explaining use of the Public Access catalog; records departmental statistics; compiles and maintains suspension list; compiles and maintains reserved books. Other Job Functions: Provides informational and directional services for patrons, assists in locating reference sources and instructs in their use; operates and maintains audiovisual equipment; may assist in the promoting of programs for patrons; maintains the collection by recommending what media will be mended or discarded and by shelf reading; performs related duties as required. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge, Skill, Ability: Computer skills, knowledge of computerized circulation system, ability to assist public in using personal computers and products on local area network. Personal Attributes: Ability to deal with associates and the public in a courteous manner; ability to make decisions of other than a routine nature in order to meet controlling conditions; neat personal appearance; pleasing manner. Experience and Training: Graduate from High School or equivalent and two (2) years clerical experience, preferably in a library. This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities which comprise this position. Revised: Applications are available on-line at www.enfield-ct.gov, or by calling the Human Resources Department at (860) 253-6345. Choose ONE of the following ways to apply: (1) mail completed applications or resumes to Town of Enfield, Human Resources Department, 820 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 06082, (2) e-mail your resume to jobs@enfield.org, or (3) fax your resume or application to (860) 253-6264. The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department. EOE/AA/M/F.