The Middle Country Public Library is seeking a part-time librarian for the Miller Business
Center. The successful candidate should have a commitment to providing services and
information to adults seeking to improve their economic wellbeing. They will assist job
seekers, students, entrepreneurs, business owners and business professionals. Regular duties
range from staffing the reference desk and answering reference questions to attending
programs and performing outreach.
Qualifications:
• MLS degree from an ALA accredited school.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills and a dedication to helping the
public.
• The ability to provide professional and excellent reference and reader’s advisory services
to diverse patrons.
• An interest in working with diverse communities, business owners, job seekers, and
entrepreneurs.
• Knowledge of business, education and job information resources.
• An interest in gaining expertise in business information research if not already possessing
training and experience in this area.
• Being proficient (or an interest in becoming proficient) in the use of all business and
career related online resources offered at the Miller Business Center.
• A familiarity with current e-readers and platforms.
• An interest in emerging technologies and developing trends in libraries.
• Candidates must be flexible, able to handle multiple competing priorities and tasks, and
adaptable to change.
• This position requires availability to work evenings and weekends. Weekend shifts are
assigned on a rotating basis.
Contact:
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Elizabeth Malafi at
malafielizabeth@mcplibrary.org
M i d d l e C o u n t r y P u b l i c L i b r a r y
101 Eastwood Blvd, Centereach, NY 11720 | 575 Middle Country Rd, Selden, NY 11784
www.mcplibrary.org | 631.585.9393
