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Open Position - Library Computer Technician - posted 3/26/2019
Open Position - Children's Librarian I - Part-time - posted 2/15/2019
Open Position - Librarian I - posted 2/15/2019
Open Position - Library Computer Technician
Open Date: March 26, 2019
Title: Library Computer Technician
Classification: Library Associate
Reports To: Technical Services
Starting Salary: $37,006.30
Schedule: Full-time position (37.5 hrs/wk)
Responsiblities: Operates the library’s automation and communications systems
including the automated circulation system, LAN technology,
WiFi, Internet access, anti-theft system, telephone, and
telecommunications systems. Assists with the design and
implementation of future automation needs of the Library. Installs
and configures computer hardware and software. Responsible for
updating inventory and reporting changes to the Technical Services
Manager. Schedules and performs backups of public and staff PCs.
Assists staff in use of software and computer-related tasks.
Attends meetings and training courses as needed to remain current
with changing technology. Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications: A BA or BS degree and post-secondary training and/or experience,
preferably 3 years in computer equipment and software systems.
Strong knowledge of LAN technology and Windows environment.
Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems, set up all
aspects of a computer including installation of software, hardware
and peripheral troubleshooting, etc.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
To apply, submit resumes to:
Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051; or email to prutkowski@nbpl.info -- No phone calls.
Open Position - Children's Librarian I - part time
Open Date: February 15, 2019
Title/Classification: Children's Librarian I - part time
Reports To: Manager of Children’s Services.
Starting Salary: $27,144.00
Schedule: Part-time position (20 hrs/wk) includes up to two evenings per week and alternate Fridays & Saturdays.
Summary of Duties: Responsibility for both in-library and outreach programs and
providing reference and reader’s advisory services. Participates in
materials selection and collection maintenance.
Additional: May be in charge in the absence of the Department Manager.
Qualifications: MLS from ALA accredited school of library/information science;
Public library experience in Children’s Services preferred. Computer
literacy required; working knowledge of hardware preferred. Proficiency
in Polish, Spanish, or another language prevalent in New Britain preferred. Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.
Demonstrated ability to work with children and excellent interpersonal
skills in general; considerable knowledge of children’s literature and child
development; excellent communication skills, both oral and written; ability
to interact with a wide variety of people.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
To apply, submit resumes to:
Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051; or email to prutkowski@nbpl.info -- No phone calls.
Open Position - Librarian I - part time
Open Date: February 15, 2019
Title: Cataloger
Classification: Librarian I
Department: Technical Services
Reports To: Technical Services Manager
Starting Salary: $27,144.00
Schedule: Part-time position (20 hrs/wk)
Responsibilities: Classifies and catalogs library materials of all types, formats and in
various languages. Maintains quality of entries to ensure authority
control and quality of database. Utilizes appropriate tools to create
original bibliographic records according to commonly used
practices.
Qualifications: A Masters in Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited
library science program and one year of cataloging experience
required. Knowledge of AACR2 and RDA and DDC, OCLC, and
MARC format. Understanding of cataloging principles and
practices. Ability to use professional judgment in the application of
library rules and procedures.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
To apply, submit resumes to:
Library Director, New Britain Public Library, 20 High Street, New Britain, CT 06051; or email to prutkowski@nbpl.info -- No phone calls.
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