P/T - Librarian, Bryant Library (NY)

Part Time Librarian Position Available – 20 Hrs/week

PURPOSE: The Bryant Library is seeking a flexible and collaborative professional to join the Reference Department. This position requires comprehensive knowledge of library science, databases, current technologies, and community resources.

COVERAGE NEEDED: Week days including up to two nights a week, two Saturdays a month and Sundays as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• ●  Responsible for scheduled coverage at the reference desk.
  
• ●  Assists and instructs patrons with print material and online searches, computer software
  applications, reference/in-depth research, community referrals, and outside sources/collections.
  
• ●  Promotes library services through tours, outreach, demonstrations, talks, and displays.
  
• ●  Works with the Young Adult Librarian to provide instruction and programming for staff and
  patrons, and coordinates activities in the makerspace.
  
• ●  Assists with collection development. P/T
  
• ●  Performs other duties as assigned. 
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  Qualifications:
  

• ●  M.L.S. from an A.L.A. accredited library school.
  
• ●  Prior adult reference services and makerspace experience in a public library is preferred.
  
• ●  Excellent computer and organizational skills as related to libraries is required.
  
• ●  Database and Internet searching experience is required.
  
• ●  Knowledge of Innovative Interfaces, Inc. (Sierra), our Integrated Library System is a plus.
  
• ●  Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel is required.
  
• ●  Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to form effective working relationships with
  staff and public is necessary.
  
• ●  Commitment to excellent customer service. 
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  Minimum Starting salary : $32.24 per hour
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  We are a member of the New York State Retirement System. This is not a Civil Service position. 
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  Send Resume by July 12, 2019 to Julie Klein Email: jobsref@bryantlibrary.org