Ferguson job listing, Librarian 1, Stamford, CT

POSITION OPEN: Librarian I, The Ferguson Library South End Branch, Stamford, CT.

 

CLASSIFICATION RANGE: 5

SALARY RANGE: $ 65,744 - $80,969 (effective 7/1/2021)

DATE AVAILABLE: Immediately 

 

The Ferguson Library is seeking to fill the full-time position of Librarian I for its South End Branch. Founded in 1877, and incorporated as an association library in 1880, The Ferguson Library is Stamford’s public library. With major annual funding from the city, it operates a Main Library downtown, three neighborhood branches, and a bookmobile. 

 

The South End Branch serves a diverse and growing neighborhood with a wide range of programming and services. Outreach is an important part of the job, which offers the successful candidate the opportunity to have a meaningful impact in the community. 

 

The Ferguson Library is striving to be an anti-racist and equitable organization. Our staff are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for improving people’s lives through education, resources and services. Diversity not only includes race and gender expression but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religious beliefs and many other parts of one’s identity. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of culture and workplace we aspire to create. 

 

DUTIES INCLUDE:

-Provide reference and readers advisory services to patrons of all ages.

- Provide assistance to patrons in locating and using library materials and equipment including databases, digital media and mobile devices.

-Develop and maintain the collections of children’s materials; attend biweekly system-wide Youth Services book meeting.

-Assist supervisor with collection development for Adult Collection.

-Assist supervisor in developing the budget for the South End Branch.

-Assist with adult and children’s programming for the public, including community outreach.

-Serve as liaison for library services with community groups, schools and other librarians.

-Work on the circulation desk at the branch and on the bookmobile as needed.

-Other duties as required by the Branch Supervisor. 

 

If interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume and covering letter by email to the Director of Human Resources, at apply@fergusonlibrary.org, not later May 16, 2022