Albany Public Library
Albany, NY
Job Description:
Albany Public Library is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated, experienced professional for the position of Temporary Librarian III. The incumbent will fill in for an intermittent FMLA. In this position, the
Temporary Librarian III reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for the direction and supervision of three branch libraries. The incumbent will select materials and plan programs to meet the needs of the patrons and may perform reference services. The Temporary Librarian III may participate in staff selection, training, evaluation and/or discipline of employees. Supervision is exercised over the work of other library personnel.
Selected candidate will fill in for FMLA as needed. Position may require ability to work Saturdays, Sundays and holidays’ and ability to work shift assignment during the day, evening and nights.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from a registered college or university accredited by the American Library Association or registered by the NYS Education Department to grant degrees with a Master’s Degree* in Library Science, Information Services or equivalent and three (3) years of paid full-time professional library experience in a library of recognized standing, one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative** capacity over a complex operation.
*Minimum qualifications are in accordance with New York State Education Department Division of Library Development
**Administrative capacity is defined as spending the entire workweek planning, organizing, budgeting/allocating funds, staffing and communicating.
Eligibility and application for a New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate at the time of appointment. A valid NYS Driver’s License is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.
Salary & Benefits:
$27.97 per hour
How to Apply:
DEADLINE: Until filled
To apply please send cover letter, resume and three professional references to:
Albany Public Library
161 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12210
nersingerc@albanypubliclibrary.org