Children's Librarian (Part-Time Up to 15 Hours/Week) Job at Town of Greenwich, CT
Town of Greenwich, CT Greenwich, CT
Provides quality patron service to children, their caregivers, and other adults working with children.
Implements a variety of weekly programs for pre-school and school aged children.
Assists in collection development/maintenance.
Promotes reading through displays, booklists, book talks, and programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university (preferred) or Master's Degree in Library Science in progress, with a focus on children's librarianship; must possess the degree within seven months of appointment to the position.
One year of experience in library services for children or other closely related field; Strong background in children's literature and knowledge of early childhood development;
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with children of all ages.
Excellent reader's advisory skills experience and research skills in children's literature for pre-school and elementary school children.
Demonstrated programming skills and experience.
Proven ability to provide reference and reader's advisory services to all users and instruct patrons in use of library material, print and electronic resources.
Proficient technology and computer skills to assist patrons. Familiarity with Integrated Library System (ILS) operations, word processing, email, internet searching.
Flexible schedule with ability to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
All positions may be subject to an interview process. The Town reserves the right to limit the number of qualified candidates who will be invited to participate in the examination, or any part thereof.
Candidates are required to undertake and successfully pass a pre-employment medical examination, which includes a substance abuse test, given at the Town's expense prior to employment if conditionally offered a part time, full time or safety sensitive position.
The Town of Greenwich has implemented a policy of background investigations all full and part time positions positions prior to hiring as part of the reference checking procedures for outside candidates. The investigation will only be conducted as the last step prior to an offer. Refusal to sign the release form will terminate the candidate's further consideration.
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