Manager of Information Services - Hartford Public Library seeks a person who is responsible for addressing system wide reference services to customers and instruct/assist the public in the use of a wide range of print and electronic resources. Responsible for identifying and interpreting user needs; providing reference, readers' advisory, computer, database and referral services to Library customers directly, and by telephone; and assisting customers in material selection. This includes assisting the Head Circulation/Access Services with making recommendations for purchases, shelf reading, weeding, organizing and maintaining displays.
Requirements: Master's in Library Science or Master's in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution required. Ability to meet a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends. Access to reliable transportation required. Three to five years of increasingly responsible experience and demonstrate leadership experience in a public library environment, preferably in an urban setting. Supervision of staff experience required. Bilingual abilities desirable.
View the complete job description and requirements at hplct.org/about/job-openings.
Required online application: https://cw.na1.hgncloud.com/hplct/index.do.
Open until filled. EEO.
Ability to meet a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Access to reliable transportation required.
Three to five years of increasingly responsible experience and demonstrate leadership experience in a public library environment, preferably in an urban setting.
Supervision of staff experience required. Bilingual abilities desirable.
About our Organization
Our Mission
Hartford Public Library provides free resources that inspire reading, guide learning, and encourage individual exploration.
Our Vision
The Library will be a national leader in redefining the urban public library in the 21st century as an innovative and stimulating place where people can learn and discover, explore their passions, and find a rich array of resources that contribute to a full life.
Our Core Values
- Providing service excellence
- Achieving results
- Collaborating to achieve the Library’s mission
Our Value Proposition
Democratizing access to information and opportunity.
We serve the people of City of Hartford, our principal funders and customers. We are in and of the community…a place like no other. We are a gateway for immigrants and refugees…an early literacy center for preschoolers…a wifi hot spot and business office for area workers…an exhibit space for artists…a technology resource for residents and visitors…a lender of books and other educational and entertaining materials… a training center for the development of new skills…the repository of Hartford’s history…a gathering place for people to relax, explore, learn, and grow.
One Core Idea
At Hartford Public Library, you will discover a place like no other.
Through its mix of enriching resources, you can find a place that provides the spark for your conversation, the power for your passion, the courage for your soul and the food for your mind.
It is more than just pages. It is the window to knowledge and understanding of the world.
Our Six Priorities
- Community-wide service and branches
- Commitment to literacy
- Expanded presence, profile and partnerships
- Board governance and organizational excellence
- Development and financial sustainability
- Current technology
Heather Gomes
Human Resources Associate
Hartford Public Library
500 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: (860) 695-6305
View the complete job description and requirements at hplct.org/about/job-openings.
Required online application: https://cw.na1.hgncloud.com/hplct/index.do.