[CLClist] Job Opening - New Milford Public Library

[Peggy Ganong]

Reference Associate (PT)

 

New Milford Public Library seeks a highly motivated, customer-service
oriented and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with a varied
clientele.  Candidates should have strong reference, computer, and readers'
advisory skills, as well as a true desire to work with the public.

 

Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree or MLS candidate. Library experience,
specifically reference, preferred. Position is 20 hours per week, plus one
weekend a month. Hourly rate is $13. Candidate should be flexible in terms
of scheduling.

 

If interested, please contact Sally Tornow, Adult Services/Reference
Librarian, stornow at biblio.org or Marilyn Gunerman, Administrative Assistant,
mgunerman at biblio.org, at 860-355-1191. Application deadline: May 28, 2008.

 

NEW MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY

REFERENCE/INFORMATION ASSOCIATE


JOB SUMMARY


            Department:         Reference

Schedule: Part time; 20 hours per week; one weekend per month; may require
some evenings

            Salary:                 $13.00 per hour

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

            Provides reference and information service to library patrons
using a variety of print and electronic resources

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direction of the Reference/Information Librarian. Departure
from established rules and procedures is reviewed with Reference/Information
Librarian in advance of action. 

 


MAJOR DUTIES


            Provides information and referral service to patrons.

Provides customer service with a goal of excellence

Provides instruction in the use of print and electronic reference resources 

            


MINOR DUTIES


            Collects statistics

            Maintains reference shelves under the direction of supervisor

            Assists circulation services as needed

            Attends meetings and workshops as required

Provides basic computer troubleshooting assistance

Performs other duties as required

            Contributes to an up-to-date manual of procedures

            Maintains vertical file

 

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Ability:

Knowledge of basic reference print and electronic resources

Knowledge of all functions of an integrated library system

Knowledge of Windows or other graphical interface applications

Ability to deal with a demanding public

Excellent communications skills

Ability to organize and prioritize work and to follow through with little or
no supervision

Ability to lift and carry documents, office equipment weighing up to 20
pounds and books on and off site

Ability to reach 6 feet high to obtain books, materials

Ability to sit at a desk or stand and work continually for extended periods
of time while performing job functions, including repetitive computer work

 

Education:        Bachelor's Degree required. Experience in a public library
preferred

 

 

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Peggy Ganong

Library Technology Coordinator

New Milford Public Library

24 Main Street

New Milford, CT  06776

tel. (860) 355-1191 ext. 211