Librarian I Spanish Speaking

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 – $90,860.00 

Candidate 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 journals  

 
Candidate 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 technologies 

Candidate 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 test 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to cdeitchman@greenburghlibrary.org with “Librarian I (Spanish Speaking)” in the subject line.