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LIBRARY BRANCH MANAGER (FULL-TIME), at Fair Haven Branch

$77,930 – $82,027 annualized, 37.50 hours/week

This role requires a Masters degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited library school and at least three to five years’ experience in professional library work, including at least one year of supervisory experience in a library setting.

The New Haven Free Public Library is seeking an innovative, community-focused, and dynamic professional to serve as Library Branch Manager for our Fair Haven Branch. This leadership position plays a vital role in shaping library services at one of our major branch locations, ensuring that the branch reflects and responds to the diverse needs of the surrounding community. As the Branch Manager, you will oversee daily operations, mentor and supervise staff, develop and implement community-centered programs and services, and cultivate partnerships with local organizations, schools, and stakeholders. If you are passionate about public service, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are committed to providing equitable access to information and resources, we invite you to bring your expertise and energy to our team.

This is a General Fund, “Non Tested” position.

This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3144, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.

General Funded hires into this class are not covered by Social Security and will not pay Social Security taxes. They instead participate in the City Pension; the employee contribution rate is 10% of pay.

The City of New Haven does not sponsor employment visas. All applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S. without employer-sponsored visa support.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check, (2) a pre-employment physical examination, including pre-employment drug screening accordance with the City’s Drug Free Workplace Policy*, and (3) a 90-day probationary period. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.

Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.

LIBRARIAN (PART-TIME), Young Minds and Family Learning at Ives Main Library

$21/hour *, 19 hours/week

This role requires a Masters degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. *Library Science students within 1 semester of completing their coursework at an ALA accredited institution will be considered for employment at the rate of $18/hour, to be updated to the full $21/hour upon completion of their MLIS degree program.

The New Haven Free Public Library fosters lifelong learning, inspires curiosity, and builds community through shared access to resources, experiences, and opportunities for all.

This position is an amazing opportunity for current librarians looking for extra experience or Library Science students nearing graduation who are interested in getting hands-on experience in a vibrant urban library setting. The City of New Haven and the New Haven Free Public Library has launched many Librarian’s careers from this position.

Assignment in Young Minds & Family Learning
This entails developing and delivering programs for children age 0-12 with an emphasis on early childhood programming, with a strong knowledge of children’s literature, and providing a variety of information services for parents and children.

All Library positions serve a diverse population, including a substantial Spanish-speaking community. Spanish/English bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

19 hours per week including at least two weekends per month; This position may include evening varied hours to support ongoing Library programming.

This is a General Fund, “Non Tested” position.

This part time position is not eligible to receive medical benefits, vacation pay, holiday, union membership, or union contractual benefits. Any period of part time employment will not be construed in any way to mean probationary employment. Persons may not be employed in two concurrent part time positions with the City and/or the Board of Education at the same time.

The City of New Haven does not sponsor employment visas. All applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S. without employer-sponsored visa support.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check,and (2) a pre-employment drug screening in accordance with the City’s Drug Free Workplace Policy*. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.

Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.

Thank you for you interest in working with us!

Currently, there are no open vacancies posted for the New Haven Free Public Library Foundation. Please watch this space for further updates.