Full-time Information Services Librarian, Farmington Libraries, Farmington CT

Posted February 21, 2014

The Information Services Librarian is a full-time, professional position reporting to the Director of Information and Teen Services. The Information Services Librarian will take a significant role in all aspects of library information services including; providing exemplary customer service at a busy information services desk for an active and vibrant community, troubleshooting basic technology issues for various electronic devices including tablets and e-readers, leading one-on-one software instruction, collection development, and general information maintenance including scheduling room bookings and passport appointments.

The successful candidate will possess: a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program, strong collaboration skills and commitment to teamwork, a self-motivated and self-directed personality with flexibility, and an understanding of how to work in a changing environment. This is a full-time 35 hour per week position with a yearly salary of $48,230, four weeks vacation, Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance and a defined pension plan.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and essay response of 500 words or less to the following: How do libraries need to change in order to survive in the 21st century? How can you contribute to the evolution of services at the Farmington Libraries?

Submissions should be sent to Laura Horn, Director of Information and Teen Services via email at [email protected]. No phone calls please. The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 28th.