Reference Librarian (Part-time)

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Close Date 7/18/2026 Location 4

NATURE OF WORK

Under the supervision of the Coordinator of Adult Services, the PT Reference Librarian Adult Services Librarian interprets user needs, provides reference, readers' advisory, referral services and assistance with technology to patrons. In addition, this individual may be assigned additional responsibilities related to the department's programming and marketing, interlibrary loan and special collections. The position requires the use of independent judgment, initiative, maturity, observation, and communication skills.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Provides reference and readers' advisory services. Operates and maintains library equipment; trains the public and troubleshoots as needed. Works collaboratively with other members of Adult Services staff to maintain print and non-print collection resources for Adult Department, including evaluating materials for repair and assisting with regular weeding of outdated and damaged items. Interacts with a variety of people while providing customized and empathetic customer service. Opens and closes building. Responds to emergency building issues. Manages the behavior of patrons to maintain a positive, safe, and useful space for patrons. Maintains knowledge of library services and changes within the industry. Performs basic circulation and cataloging procedures. Maintains records, logs, or other statistical information as directed by supervisor. Effectively works with multiple age groups in different departments as needed. Utilizes SWPL’s integrated library system software and public catalog website at a high competency. Maintains familiarity with library policies and procedures. Enforces library policies as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Creates curated themed book displays and maintains end caps. Create printed graphics to post in library on doors, front entrance board and Friends Room case. Assists with fulfillment / interlibrary loan services. Makes and monitors room reservations as needed. Assists patrons using the spaces as needed. Registers patrons for programs. Create readers advisory materials. Keeps aware of other related resources available in the area and utilizes opportunities for collaborations, partnerships and referrals. As a member of the library's professional staff, makes recommendations for changes in library policies and procedures. Receives and responds to general information requests by telephone or in writing. Monitors supplies for reordering. Actively pursues professional growth opportunities, including keeping current of new library trends through readings and workshops. Performs related work and assists with special projects as required.

REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a master’s degree in Library Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association Provides a high level of customer service. Maintains a working knowledge of library principles and practices. Sustains moderate computer literacy: familiarity with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace applications, email, intermediate typing skills, able to connect to an open WiFi network, able to download apps on a smartphone. Makes decisions of other than a routine nature in order to meet controlling conditions. Deals with associates and the public in a courteous manner. Effectively communicates with a wide variety of individuals of differing ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. Maintains a neat personal appearance and pleasing manner. Applies common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form. Adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides all units of measure. Driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; stand; walk; sit, and use hands to finger, grasp, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, talk and hear. Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet. Salary Information $33.00 per hour. Rotating Sundays with an average of 3.5 hours per month. No benefits Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time Position Reference Librarian Open Date 7/1/2026 This position is currently accepting applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Town of South Windsor