Librarian I Spanish Speaking at Greenburgh Public Library
Metropolitan New York Library Council
New York City, NY
$55,732-90,860 per year
Permanent
Full-time
1 month ago
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This appointment will be provisional; candidate must pass the Westchester County Civil Service test and score high enough for appointment: Librarian I (Spanish Speaking).Salary Range – $55,732.00 – $90,860.00Candidate Qualifications:●Fluency in both Spanish and English and the ability to provide interpretive and information services in both languages for patrons and staff●Communicates well orally and in writing in Spanish and English●Provides excellent customer service in reference and reader's advisory●Provides outreach to the Spanish-speaking population of the community●Communicates regularly with the Spanish-speaking population to discuss issues of importance to this segment of the community to further develop programming services and collections●Plans, schedules, coordinates, and presents programs, conducts tours, multimedia programs, and program scheduling in both English and Spanish●Translates all marketing and promotional materials for the library, including but not limited to website and social media posts●Serves as liaison with library management in proposing new services to meet the needs of Spanish-speaking patrons●Works primarily with the adult population but will support bilingual literacy efforts in all departments of library when necessary●Coordinate and facilitate multiple in-person language conversation groups, including scheduling sessions, promoting programs, developing engaging discussion topics, and fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment for participants of diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds●Prepares research and completes grant proposals●Prepares library exhibits and displays, including special interest exhibits such as Hispanic Heritage Month, books that promote cultural awareness, etc.●Selects and maintains the library's Spanish-language collections●Keeps informed of professional developments through participation in professional organizations, system meetings, workshops, continuing education courses, and professional journalsCandidate Skills & Abilities:●Have the ability to work in a collaborative environment●Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures consistently●Good knowledge of layout, writing, and public relations skills●Have knowledge of computers, cataloging, collection development, and content marketing systems●Possess the ability to carry out assignments independently as well as with a group●Ability to provide efficient, courteous, and inclusive service to a diverse patron population●Ability to handle patron complaints and resolve difficult situations with professionalism and tact●Willingness and ability to quickly learn and become proficient in job-related skills, procedures, and technologiesCandidate Requirements:●Must have an MLS (or equivalent degree) from an accredited college or university●Must have a NY State Public Librarian Certificate●Must have the ability to read, write and converse fluently in the Spanish language at a level sufficient to pass the Westchester County Civil Service Spanish Language Proficiency testInterested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to cdeitchman@greenburghlibrary.org with “Librarian I (Spanish Speaking)” in the subject line.ApplyFull TimeIn Person$55732.00 - 90860.00 HourlyElmsford, New YorkPosted OnJuly 17, 2025Application DeadlineAugust 1, 2025Metropolitan New York Library Council P.O Box 2084 New York, NY, 10108 USA +1(212)228-2320Warning: Undefined array key "label" in /home/iq5qmodwk00w/public_html/metro.org/wp-content/plugins/bricksforge/includes/elements/pro-forms/elements/SubmitButton.php on line 217