LIBRARIAN TRAINEE (CHILDREN’S SERVICES) 0817

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work performed while attending an accredited library school develops gradually to professional level. The employee is under the supervision and guidance of professional librarians and learns library procedures, techniques and skills. The appointment of a Librarian Trainee (Children’s Services) is limited to a maximum of four years.

All permanent competitive Librarian Trainees (Children’s Services) must complete a twenty-six week probationary period. Eligibility to hold this title terminates upon being awarded the degree of Master of Library Science (MLS), or the Master of Science in Information Science (MSIS), either of which must include, or be supplemented by, a minimum of twelve (12) credits of course work in children’s services, with at least three (3) credits in children’s literature. Upon being awarded the degree, the permanent competitive Librarian Trainee achieves permanent competitive status as a Librarian I (Children’s Services) without further examination. A Librarian Trainee (Children’s Services) who obtains either the MLS or the MSIS degree in less than twenty-six weeks from the date of appointment completes this probationary period as a Librarian I. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in provision of library informational, reference and referral services to children and caregivers;

Assists in compilation of children’s book lists;

Assists in conducting book talks, multimedia programs, story and picture book hours, and liaison activities with community groups;

Helps perform readers’ advisory and guidance services to children and caregivers;

Helps prepare library exhibits and displays focused on children and children’s library programs;

Helps provide basic technology assistance to library patrons;

Learns to catalogue and classify library materials;

May direct library pages and other nonprofessional personnel.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Ability to comprehend written materials; adaptability to new situations; ability to provide basic technology assistance to patrons; ability to carry out instructions; ability to learn rapidly; initiative; resourcefulness; good judgment; orderliness; accuracy; tact; adaptability; ability to get along with others; ability to work effectively with children and caregivers; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Enrollment in an American Library Association accredited or New York State registered library school program, completion of which will qualify the applicant for either a Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS), or for a Master of Science in Information Science (MSIS).

NOTES:

The Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Master of Science in Information Science (MSIS) must include or be supplemented by a minimum of twelve (12) credits of course work in children’s services, with at least three (3) credits in children’s literature.

The trainee period in any one library or combination of libraries may not exceed four (4) continuous or cumulative calendar years. Part-time employment is not pro-rated and does not extend this four (4) year

maximum.

Upon the request of the employing library, the four year limitation may be extended under extenuating circumstances. The employee must demonstrate current enrollment in a required degree program with an identified completion date.

R 08/09/23

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive