Librarian I

The work involves responsibility for basic level librarian duties. Employees in this class are expected to perform specific applications of professional duties under the general supervision of other professional Librarians. Supervision may be exercised over Library Assistants, Clerks, Aides and volunteers. Does related work as required.

Master’s degree in Librarianship from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department as following accepted education practices. (Some universities have renamed their programs and no longer designate the degree as a Masters in Librarianship. Contact the Department of Education’s Division of Library Development for assistance.)

There will be no written or oral test for this examination. If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will receive a rating based upon an evaluation of your training & experience against the duties of the position being tested. Candidates must first complete an examination application, stating their qualifications and return it to the Niagara County Civil Service Office at 111 Main Street, Suite G2, Lockport, New York 14094, along with the filing fee. The Training & Experience Questionnaire will be available only to approved candidates, who will be required to complete and submit this questionnaire. NOTE: Candidates will not be able to claim any credit for training or experience to be gained after the date of submission of the training & experience questionnaire.

New York State residency is required. Salaries vary within the municipalities. Preference in appointment may be given to successful candidates who have been residents of the municipality in which the appointment is made. Non-residents may be required to become a resident of the appointing municipality if local law so states.