Librarian III, Newburgh Free Library, (Newburgh, NY)

Posted February 17, 2024

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The work involves overall responsibility for a major functional area of a library, such as
Technical Services, Reference, Collection Development or Children’s Services. The
Librarian Ill has responsibility for coordination, administration and policy
implementation for the assigned area to insure efficient operation. Work is performed
under general supervision of the Library Director, Supervision is exercised over the work
of subordinate professional, paraprofessional, clerical and volunteer personnel. Performs
related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only)
Determines priorities in terms of material to be purchased and may implement collection
evaluation systems; Evaluates the effectiveness of the library’s services in relation to the
changing needs of the users; Recommends plans for and implements new types of
services; Functions as branch or major department head; Recommends policy for directly
supervised and related service units; Makes administrative decisions for assigned area;
Participates in staff selection and training as necessary; Assists in the preparation of
budget proposals and estimates for the assigned unit; Plans, implements and/or enhances
library automation projects and services; Develops policies for classification and subject
cataloging of library materials and may implement technical services cataloging and
work flow procedures involving technologies; Performs varied and/or specialized
professional library work in collection development, including acquisition, evaluation
and selection, and weeding of book and non-book materials; Develops and conducts
programs, tours, book talks, multi-media programs, story and picture book hours and
does grant administration; Serves as liaison for library services with community groups
and other libraries; Develops and administers grants and grant programs; Plans public
relation programs and prepares publicity materials. Provides reference and reader’s
advisory, services to library users; Performs on-line database searches and search
training; Prepares statistical and narrative reports of activities, memoranda, and
correspondence; Supervises subordinate professional and clerical staff by making
assignments, observing work activity, and reviewing reports; Keeps informed of
professional developments through participation in professional organizations, meetings,
workshops, continuing education courses and reading professional materials

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, please go to the following: https://www.newburghschools.org/page.php?page=7