Full-Time Librarian - Reference Department

OPEN POSITION Full-Time Librarian Reference Department The Great Neck Library is seeking an energetic, detail oriented, service driven Librarian in the Reference Department for a very active, culturally diverse library system in a highly educated community. The successful candidate will assist patrons in finding books, other materials, and information both on-line and in print, reader’s advisory, digital services, collection development and adult programming. Excellent interpersonal, communication and professional skills and cultural competencies are a must. Duties and Responsibilities include: • Provide reference and readers advisory services • Database searching, computer assistance, resource selection and collection development, book discussions and book displays. • Develops and presents library programs for adults • Position may involve prolonged periods of sitting and lifting of up to 25 lbs. • Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience Required: • Basic understanding of MARC records • Knowledge of Sierra, Microsoft Word and Excel preferred • Knowledge of the principles, practices and standards of library work • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively • Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with the community • Prior reference experience preferred • Fluency in Hebrew, Farsi, Mandarin or Spanish is a plus • Masters of Library Science or Masters of Library Information Science from ALA accredited college or university • New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate required at time of employment Schedule: Full time – 35 hours/week, includes days, nights and Saturdays. Sundays as needed Starting Salary Range: $55,000 - $75,000 plus full benefit package including NYS Retirement System. This is a Union Position and is non-civil service. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, longevity, specialty and training. Reply with resume, cover letter, and references by October 6, 2024:

Great Neck Library 159 Bayview Ave. Great Neck, NY 11023 [email protected] No Phone Calls Please. The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer