Librarian Trainee Position
Hillside Public Library
Job posted to this site on September 11th at 4:53pm
Application Deadline: October 11th 2024
Full Time
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS: • Candidate must be currently enrolled in a Masters of Library Science program at an ALA accredited school. • Candidate must be a current Nassau County resident. • Candidate must be willing to learn while assisting library staff in a variety of tasks (see below).
REQUIRED SKILLS: • Knowledge of basic library principles. • Excellent customer service and communication skills both in-person and by phone. • Experience working with the public. • Ability to learn tasks quickly, multitask, and complete assigned work thoroughly and efficiently. • Proficient in use of common public library technology including Microsoft Office & Google Suite, social media, and video conferencing platforms (Zoom).
JOB DESCRIPTION: Working under the supervision of the Adult Reference staff to: • Perform Library reference and information services (in person and by phone). • Provide reader’s advisory services to patrons. • Assist patrons with common technology questions on both library and personal devices. • Assist library staff with the planning and implementing of the library’s adult programming. • Participate in collection development and weeding. • Other projects to be assigned by Adult Reference Staff.
POSITION DETAILS: • Starting salary: $25-$27.00 per hour (based on experience). • Schedule will include daytime, evening and weekend hours. • Interested Applicants should send resume to contact-us@hillsidelibrary.info to the attention of Peter Heckman, Assistant Library Director Please use “Librarian Trainee” as email subject.
Location
155 Lakevile Rd, New Hyde Park, Ny 11040Compensation
$25-$27/hour
Application URL or Email
Submit specified application materials to contact-us@hillsidelibrary.info.