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Librarian II – Head of Adult Services

This position is under the supervision of the Library Director and focuses primarily on providing library services to adults and supervising the circulation desk.

Job Description: Provides library service to adults, including managing the circulation department; prepares for and conducts adult programs; responsible for selecting and maintaining the department’s collections; promotes use of library materials and services; performs outreach to community agencies as needed; acts as liaison to the Friends of the Library group; coordinates proctoring services; responsible for technology including patron assistance, computer ordering, and Princh print system; and performs other duties as assigned. Responsible for supervising the library in the absence of the Director and Head of Youth Services Librarian and directly supervises paraprofessional staff.

Required Skills and Abilities: Experience in planning and adult programming; excellent customer service and communication skills; experience supervising and evaluating staff; knowledge of adult literature; familiarity with current library technologies; the ability to perform both independently and as a team member; enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, and a sense of humor.

Preferred Skills: Knowledge of Polaris integrated library system, Microsoft Office, WordPress, Canva, WhoFi, Princh, and social media.

Minimum Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in Library Science, Information Science, or equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the American Library Association or registered by the NYS Education Department AND two (2) years of professional library experience.

Special Requirement: Eligibility for New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate at the time of application for appointment. Possession of certificate at the time of appointment. Position will be filled provisionally pending the results of a Civil Service exam to be given at a later date. 

Work Schedule: 35 hours a week, including at least one evening a week and rotating Saturdays. Salary exempt position. 

Salary: $54,500 – 57,500 plus benefits. 

Deadline: Friday, August 15, 2025 

Please submit cover letter, resume and three professional references to: 

Kristi Chadwick, Director 
Ballston Community Public Library 
2 Lawmar Lane, Burnt Hills, NY 12027 
kchadwick@sals.edu 
(518) 399-8174 ext. 5 

Library Clerk

Part-Time

This position works under the supervision of the Head of Adult Services; may include some supervision of pages and/or volunteers.

Duties:

  • Staffs the circulation desk – circulates materials, places holds, issues library cards, collects fees
    using online library system
  • Provides directions and information to patrons, refers to librarians as needed
  • Assists patrons with use of available machines and technology, including copier, fax machine,
    and patron computers
  • Answers phone, assists patrons, transfers calls as needed
  • Provides patrons with information about library programs
  • Assists with shelving, program room set up, book donations, and safety issues
  • Other duties as needed

Qualifications:

  • High School or equivalency diploma
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including tact and courtesy in dealing with the public and coworkers
  • Familiarity with computers, Microsoft Office, and ability to handle new technology as needed
  • Flexibility, a sense of humor, patience, initiative, and a positive work attitude
  • Physical strength and dexterity are required to handle library items, stand for extended or
    continuous periods of time, ability to climb staircases, and handle boxes up to 35 pounds in
    weight

Work Schedule: Monday 1:30 – 7:00 PM, Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (13.5 hours/week), plus 1 Saturday a month

Salary: $16.00/hr

Application: Due Friday, August 1, 2025. Please fill out our application along with a letter of interest and send to:

Kristi Chadwick
Director
Ballston Community Public Library
2 Lawmar Ln
Burnt Hills, NY 12027
kchadwick@sals.edu

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