Librarian I, Part-Time

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Now Hiring!
Part-Time Librarian I

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Are you a friendly, creative youth services librarian eager to make an impact? The East Greenbush Community Library invites you to join our dynamic, welcoming team dedicated to serving children, teens, and caregivers. This position is all about fostering a supportive, inspiring space that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a core part of our team, you’ll work alongside colleagues across the library to develop engaging programs, collections, and services for children and families. Though focused on children, this role offers opportunities to collaborate on library-wide initiatives and connect with community members of all ages.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide reference and readers’ advisory assistance to children, teens, and caregivers.
  • Contribute to collection development by selecting materials and weeding to keep collections fresh, relevant, and exciting.
  • Stay on top of trends in children’s literature, youth development, and library technologies to elevate service quality and programming.
  • Develop inviting spaces and creative programs (including storytimes) inside and outside the library that engage and inspire children and families.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to deliver initiatives and projects that enhance library services for the entire community.

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALITIES:

  • Passionate about creating fun, interactive experiences for children and teens.
  • Strong computer skills and adaptability to new technologies.
  • Thrives in a collaborative environment and values teamwork.

COMPENSATION: Hourly Rate: $25.71-$32.14 per hour (step schedule, based on experience)

ASSIGNMENT: Thursday evenings, 5-8pm, and two Saturdays per month, 10am – 2pm. REPORTS TO: Head of Youth & Family Services

BENEFITS: None (optional NYS Retirement)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: This is a civil service position; appointments are provisional; and the successful candidate must take the required exam when available. Civil service applications are available in person at the library or online. Please submit your application, resume, cover letter, and three references (professional preferred) to search@eglibrary.org or deliver them in person. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open until filled.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • MLS from an ALA-accredited library school
  • New York State Public Library Professional Certificate
  • Must be eligible for a provisional appointment as a Librarian I under Rensselaer County Civil Service guidelines

 

ABOUT US:

At the East Greenbush Community Library, we are dedicated to being a vibrant community hub where learning, creativity, and connection thrive. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we aim to inspire learning, imagination, collaboration, and compassion by providing our community with equitable access to resources in a welcome environment. Serving over 100,000 visitors each year, we circulate more than 250,000 items and host programs that engage over 20,000 participants. Proudly recognized by the Times Union as the Best Library (2nd place) for four consecutive years, we’re excited to expand our team with individuals who share our passion for making a meaningful impact.

 

Subject East Greenbush Card UHLS Card UHLS MyCard
Library Card Registration Free to any individual who resides or pays taxes in the East Greenbush Community Library taxing district or Town of Schodack. Cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Free to any individual who volunteers or works at the EGRN Library. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Free to partner educational agencies with verified employment. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Those that live outside the UHLS area may purchase a temporary card at the price established by our Table of Fines and Fees. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

 Free to residents residing in a community served by a UHLS library.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

 The UHLS MyCard is a fine-free, limited-access library card for youth. It is intended to address multiple barriers to serving youth and families, including:

  • Barriers to access related to fines (e.g. computer access, checking out materials)
  • Parents not present for a child’s library card registration
  • Previous fines on a child’s card

Free for youth residing in a community served by a UHLS library.Applicants 18 and under who are applying for a limited use, UHLS Youth Only MyCard, need to provide name, address, and date of birth.UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.Youth ages birth to 18 can register unaccompanied, or with the help of a caregiver or relative who is not the child’s parent/guardian.This card may be used at all UHLS Libraries except for the Colonie Town Library.

Card blocked at $10 or more in replacement costs.

No fines for late items
Limits on # of Materials Borrowed Unlimited checkouts Unlimited checkouts Limited total items: Can only have 3 items checked out on their card at a time
Types of Items All eligible item types. All eligible item types except Museum Passes, ILL, and Hot off the Press. Active paid members of the Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library have access to all lending collections. Only items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Databases/Digital Content EGRN and UHLS subscription databases and digital content UHLS subscription databases and digital content Only items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Interlibrary Loan Nationwide UHLS Libraries UHLS Libraries
Program Registration Unlimited except by limited program capacity Preference given to resident cardholders Preference given to resident cardholders