Librarian I - Tech Services and Collection Development

FT LIBRARIAN I, TECH SERVICES AND COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT, NEWBURGH FREE LIBRARY
SUMMARY
The Newburgh Free Library seeks an exceptional librarian with energy, big ideas, and exemplary organizational
skills to join our Tech Services and Collection Development Department. The Newburgh Free Library is a
mid-sized urban library serving the people of the City of Newburgh, the Town of Newburgh, and the Town of
New Windsor. The Main Library in the City of Newburgh has beautiful views, sitting atop a hill overlooking the
Hudson River. In addition to the Main Library, a Branch location was opened in the Town of Newburgh in 2024.
With over 60 staff members, 2 locations, and a service area of approximately 60,000 people, the Newburgh
Free Library is a bustling place. The Tech Services and Collection Development Librarian is a union position, 35
hours a week, requiring one night a week and one Saturday a month.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
● Provide reference and readers’ advisory services to all ages at the public service desks
● Manage museum pass program, including annual reviews and circulation process
● Maintain periodicals collection
● Serve as a selector for assigned collections
● Collaborate with department heads to create displays that highlight the library’s collections, programs,
services, and current events.
● Receive orders within KOHA and send invoices to accounts payable clerk
● Assist with linking materials
● Coordinate or present a minimum of one program for adults per quarter
● Plan and assist with offsite outreach events
● Supervise subordinate staff as needed
● Other duties as assigned
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary range: $57,700.00 - $80,624.00 depending on experience. Health insurance, vision, dental, and
participation in the New York State Retirement System. Employees receive generous vacation, sick leave, and
flex days.
**Librarian I position is Provisional and Contingent upon results of the Civil Service Exam when issued.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involved responsibility for basic level librarian duties. Employees in this class are expected to perform
specific applications of professional duties under the general supervisor of other professional Librarians.
Supervision may be exercised over Library Assistants, Clerical Staff, Pages, and Volunteers. Performs related
work as required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
● Physical demands include the ability to lift and carry books weighing 10-20 pounds, working at a
public service desk with frequent change of sitting and standing positions, and repetitive typing on
computer keyboards.
● Current driver's license and ability to travel to required locations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY
Master's Degree in Librarianship from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or
recognized by the NYS Education Department as following accepted education practices.