Librarian I Trainee

This is an entry level traineeship position in a library while the incumbent is attending an accredited library school accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department, pursuing a Master’s Degree in Librarianship. Assignments become progressively more difficult as their experience in the field broadens. Incumbent does related work as required.

Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree and completion of or current enrollment in an American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department, approved program leading to a Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Master of Science Degree in Information Science (MSIS).

There will be no written or oral test for this examination. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will receive a rating based upon an evaluation of their training and experience. Candidates must first complete an examination application and return it to the Orange County Department of Human Resources. This examination consists of a rating of Training and Experience and is being administered by the New York State Department of Civil Service using the World Wide Web. Approved candidates will be sent a notice containing directions to a website address needed to complete a Training and Experience Questionnaire. The Training and Experience Questionnaire will be available only to approved candidates, who will be required to complete and submit this questionnaire. Candidates will have a minimum of two (2) weeks to complete and submit the 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 and experience questionnaire. Langdon C. Chapman, Commissioner of Human Resources Date of Issue: 02/28/2025
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