Employment & Volunteer Opportunities at Utica Public Library
Utica Public Library
Librarian (Full Time)
Utica Public Library (The Library) is looking to hire a new member of the Reference Department in an active and vibrant urban public library. Prospective candidates should enjoy working with a diverse population and delivering high quality customer service with tact, courtesy and professionalism to all users of the library – both on-site and in the community.
POSITION: Librarian (Full Time) – Reference Department
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
- Providing Reference service at the Reference Desk in person, by phone and e-mail
- Collection Maintenance and Development of circulating and reference collections
- Statistics and Record Keeping; Managing online reference question submissions
- Instructing in formal and informal settings on the use of library materials, computers, and technology
- Participating in outreach events outside The Library
- Attend conferences, workshops and seminars to continue professional development
- Serve on committees and working groups as necessary
- Other duties as assigned
WORK SCHEDULE:
37.5 hours per week; combination of daytime, evening and Saturday hours
STARTING PAY: $20.43/hour; $39,840 Annual
BENEFITS: Health/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, New York State Retirement, Paid Family Leave, EAP, NYS Mandated Disability Insurance
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
MLS or equivalent from an ALA Accredited Library School
NYS Public Librarian’s Certificate
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues
Commitment to customer-centered, quality public library service
Excellent communication skills
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 professional references via e-mail ONLY to: apply@uticapubliclibrary.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 1, 2019