Position open: Part-Time Librarian I
Duties/Description:
The North Castle Public Library in Westchester, NY is seeking an energetic Librarian I for a part-time position
divided between Adult and Youth Services in both the Armonk facility as well as our branch in
North White Plains.
This a 17-hour work week, including weekends and evenings as required.
The
North Castle Public Library serves the cultural, educational, and
community needs of the residents of Armonk, Bedford, Banksville and
North White Plains providing quality materials, programs,
and services in a welcoming and user friendly environment.
Skills/Requirements:
Provides reference and reader's advisory services.
Able to engage with patrons of all age groups with high level of customer service skills
Able to lead groups and communicate effectively to a variety of audiences and age levels.
Familiar with collection development, including ordering procedures, weeding, cataloging, classification, and record editing.
Possesses strong computer skills with the ability to use a variety of digital devices and
e-resources.
Performs online database searches and search training.
Designs and produces public relations and library instruction materials.
Serves as a liaison in libraries, and community organizations.
Maintains awareness of
new developments and trends in the field through professional journals,
workshops, conferences, and seminars.
Prepares statistical and/or narrative reports, memoranda, and correspondence.
May supervise the work of clerical, paraprofessional, and volunteer personnel in assigned tasks.
Able to enforce library rules and regulations, maintain a calm and pleasant room atmosphere.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Training and Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Librarianship from an American Library Association accredited school,
Must be on or be eligible for the NYS Civil Service List for Librarian I.
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in public service; experience creation and facilitation
of programming preferred.
Familiarity with SirsiDynix, Wordpress, MS Office, iOS, Kindle, or Android a plus.
Must submit to and successfully pass a criminal background investigation.
Special Requirement:
Possession of a New York State Public Librarians professional certificate
Send resume to:
North Castle Public Library
Contact: Edie Martimucci
