The Garden City Public Library in Garden City, NY is seeking a Part Time Reference Librarian I.
PURPOSE:
Seeking a dynamic and experienced Librarian I to provide the community with the
best possible materials, reference, and information services available. The
person in this position will work under the direct supervision of the Reference
Department Supervisors.
COVERAGE:
FLEXIBILTY A MUST
The position
requires 12-17 hours per week. Including
Wednesday evenings (4:00-9:00 pm), occasional Saturdays, to be part of the
Sunday rotation schedule, and additional day and night hours as needed.
Starting
Date: Immediate
RESPONSIBILITIES:
●Provide
assistance to patrons with reference and reader’s advisory services through
print and electronic resources.
●Responsible
for scheduled coverage at the Reference Desk.
●Assist with
collection development.
●Perform other
duties as assigned such as covering YA when needed.
.
Qualifications:
●M.L.S. from an
A.L.A. accredited library school.
●Prior adult
reference services experience in a public library is preferred.
●Excellent
computer and organizational skills as related to libraries is required.
●Electronic
database and Internet searching experience is required.
●Knowledge of
Innovative Interfaces, Inc. (Sierra), our Integrated Library System is a plus.
●Commitment to
excellent customer service.
Starting: The starting salary is $29.46.
This is a civil
service position. We are a member of the New York State Retirement System.
Please send resume
and cover letter to Laura Flanagan, email: lbflanagan@gardencitypl.org
