SPLD seeks a librarian whose talents, knowledge, and customer service skills can bring the services of our Family Space to the next level. A passion for children’s literature and experience working with youth is essential. Interest and experience creating and supporting STEAM programming for children and families is highly desirable. Recent graduates from an ALA-accredited master’s degree program are encouraged to apply.
To apply: Send resume and cover letter to seymourlibrary@seymourlib.org by July 5, 2024.
Position Details
- Full-time, 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.
- Salary: Starting at $24/hour, DOQ. Includes health benefits, NYS Retirement System, vacation, holiday, and sick leave benefits.
Required Experience and Education
- Must be enrolled in an accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science/Information Science or have completed the degree program
- Valid Public NYS Librarian Certificate within one year of date of hire
- One to three years of experience working with children and/or working in a library setting
- Equivalent combinations of education and work experience will be considered
- Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-term goals
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- This position requires the regular use of a computer, tablet, printer, copier, fax machine, telephone, scanner and calculator
- Computer software: Microsoft Office to include Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Excel; Polaris
Physical Exertion
- Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pound of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
Please note, this is a competitive civil service position for Librarian I. The incumbent will be required to take the appropriate civil service exam associated with the position and must meet the minimum requirements.
*These exams have not been scheduled yet, and the incumbent will be appointed provisionally until that time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Auburn, NY 13021: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person