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Senior Library Assistant
Description of Duties
This is a paraprofessional position in a Town Library system, responsible for providing direction and staff supervision for a small neighborhood library. This position differs from Library Assistant by virtue of its expanded scope and responsibility for overseeing all functions of the library. The employee receives general supervision from the Town Library Director for administrative tasks and receives closer supervision for technical library matters. General and direct supervision is exercised over paraprofessional clerks, pages and maintenance staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree, plus two (2) years paid full time or its part time* work experience in a library, with responsibilities such as, but not limited to, library assistance, clerical, public contact, interviewing, research or administrative work.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
Special Requirements:
Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.
