Librarian (part-time), New Haven Free Public Library (New Haven, CT)

Posted June 10, 2026

$21 per hour* | 19 hours per week

This role requires a Masters Degree in Library Science from a graduate program accredited by the American Library Association. Library Science students within 1 semester of completing their coursework at an ALA accredited institution will be considered for employment at the rate of $18/hour, to be updated to the full $21/hour upon completion of their MLIS degree program.

**Library Science students within 1 semester of completing their coursework at an ALA accredited institution will be considered for employment at the rate of $18/hour, to be updated to the full $21/hour upon completion of their MLIS degree program.

This position is an amazing opportunity for current librarians looking for extra experience or Library Science students nearing graduation who are interested in getting hands-on experience in a vibrant urban library setting. The City of New Haven and the New Haven Free Public Library has launched many Librarian’s careers from this position.

Assignment is in the Technical Services / Cataloging Department, and requires cataloging and ILS experience, including original & copy cataloging for all material types (including non-traditional items), data loading, and authority file maintenance.

All Library positions serve a diverse population, including a substantial Spanish-speaking community. Spanish/English bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

19 hours per week, including evening & weekend varied hours to support ongoing Library programming.

Primary Functions

This is part time professional work at the entry level, involving the use of all library techniques and materials in positions such as information or adult services, branch, children and youth, technical services, etc. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level librarian and is reviewed through frequent conferences and observation of performance.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Catalogs books, periodicals, public documents, pamphlets, AV materials, etc. using automated system and bibliographic utilities; performs original and copy cataloging; assigns subject headings; reviews preprocessed items for accuracy; supervises the processing of materials.
• Selects or aids in selecting print and non-print materials subject to review by a higher-level librarian.
• Performs research for and instructs patrons in the use of reference tools and databases, prepares bibliographies.
• May provide guidance to parents, teachers and patrons of all ages concerning appropriate and desirable reading material.
• Instructs patrons in the use of the library and its facilities; assists patrons in the use of computers and their applications, including the Internet; conducts library tours for school and civic groups.
• Conducts programs such as book talks, story hours, and specialized information presentations.
• Develops and maintains relationships with schools and other organizations to promote library services.
• Supervises the work of support personnel. May supervise branch or department in the absence of regular supervisor.
• Performs related work as required.

This is a General Fund, “Non Tested” position.

This part time position is not eligible to receive medical benefits, vacation pay, holiday, union membership, or union contractual benefits. Any period of part time employment will not be construed in any way to mean probationary employment. Persons may not be employed in two concurrent part time positions with the City and/or the Board of Education at the same time.

The City of New Haven does not sponsor employment visas. All applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S. without employer-sponsored visa support.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check, (2) a pre-employment physical examination, including pre-employment drug screening in accordance with the City’s Drug Free Workplace Policy*, and (3) a 90-day probationary period. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.

Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.

How to Apply

Apply at https://www.jobapscloud.com/oec/NewHaven/Jobs/Bulletin?R1=2604&R2=1090&R3=01a.