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City of Rochester, New York Librarian I/Part-Time in Rochester, New York
Librarian I/Part-Time
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Librarian I/Part-Time
Salary
$25.83 - $30.10 Hourly
Location
Rochester, NY
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
24HH1077PLA18
Department
Rochester Public Library
Bureau
Community Library
Opening Date
04/25/2024
Closing Date
5/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
General Description
This is an entry-level position for library school graduates. Employees in this class are expected to learn the specific applications of professional training by the performance of duties under the general supervision of professional librarians in higher level positions. Instructions may be issued at the beginning of each new assignment. Employees in this class are assigned work progressively more difficult as their experience in the field broadens. Supervision may be exercised over Library Assistants, Clerks, Pages and Volunteers. Related work is performed as required
LOCATIONS:
Phillis Wheatley Branch: Monday & Wednesday 3:00pm-7:00pm, Tuesday 2:00pm-6:00pm, Thursday 2:30pm-6:00pm & Saturday 9:30am-2:00pm
Central Library: Monday & Wednesday 3:30pm-8:30pm, Tuesday 1:00pm-6:00pm & Saturday 12:00pm-5:00pm
Typical Work Activities
Provides reference and reader's advisory services and instruction to library users;
Performs original cataloging and classification and record editing;
Performs collection development by recommending titles for purchase and/or deletion;
Plans and implements library programs for adults or children;
Compiles bibliographies and functions as subject specialist;
Performs on-line database searches, and search training;
Serves as a liaison for library services to community groups or other libraries;
Designs and produces public relations and library instruction materials;
Prepares statistical and/or narrative reports, memoranda and correspondence;
Supervises the work of clerical, paraprofessional and volunteer personnel in assigned tasks;
Keeps informed of professional developments through participation in professional organizations, system meetings, workshops, continuing education courses and reading professional materials.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree in Librarianship from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department as following accepted education practices.
NOTE :
Some Universities have renamed their programs and no longer designate the degree as a Masters in Librarianship. Contact the New York State Library's Division of Library Development for assistance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Eligibility for a New York State public librarian's professional certificate at time of application. Possession of certificate at time of appointment.
For full-time employees:
The City of Rochester offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
For less-than full-time employees:
The City of Rochester offers numerous growth opportunities to include the potential to transition into full-time, permanent employment.
Agency
City of Rochester (NY)
Address
30 Church St. Room 103A Rochester, New York, 14614
Phone
585-428-7115
Website
http://www.cityofrochester.gov
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