Employment Opportunities
Contact: Laura Zolotorofe, Executive Assistant/Facilities Manager, 203-438-2282 x103 [email protected]
The Ridgefield Library is run by a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of 40+ full- and part-time employees, including professional librarians, support staff for library operations, and administration. The Ridgefield Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Adult Programming Assistant (LTA II)
The Ridgefield Library in beautiful Ridgefield, CT seeks an energetic, creative, detail-oriented individual with strong communication and technology skills to begin year-round part-time employment as our Adult Programming Assistant. This position supports the successful operation of the Library in offering a wide variety of high quality, diverse and relevant programs for adults that reflect the Library’s mission to be “an essential partner and the place where people discover, question, learn and connect.” The Adult Programming Assistant performs administrative duties to help plan and execute programs as part of the Adult Services team, operating under the day-to-day direction of the Adult Programming Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Adult Services Department Head.
Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 40 pounds and ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds on wheels. Pay is $18.60 per hour with prorated benefits, that include paid time off and a retirement savings plan with generous organizational match. This position is scheduled for an average of 20 hours per week, with the ability to work a flexible schedule which will include evening and weekend hours.
Detailed job description available here.
Please email cover letter and resume to Laura Zolotorofe, Administrative Assistant/Facilities Manager, [email protected] by 5:00 pm on Friday, August 16, 2024.
Goldstone Family Foundation Intern - Paid Temporary Position
The Ridgefield Library in beautiful Ridgefield, CT is seeking an energic self-starter to work on site this summer and fall as our Goldstone Family Foundation Intern. This position will focus on supporting the needs of our Donofrio Family Technology Center and our STEAM Corner makerspace. Daily tasks will include instructing patrons and staff on the use of technology and makerspace equipment, running equipment to complete 3D printer, CNC and personal digitizing projects, troubleshooting makerspace equipment, and conducting technology Book-A-Librarian sessions. The ideal candidate will be a student (undergraduate, graduate or recent graduate) studying library science, computer science/engineering or education who is looking to gain marketable job skills through hands on experience in a dynamic environment.
Qualifications include strong customer service and computer hardware/software skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent verbal and written communication skills. Comfort with teaching and/or overseeing groups, implementing safety procedures and developing program plans are essential. Familiarity with makerspace resources such as 3D printing a plus.
This is a paid, part-time temporary position made possible through the Goldstone Family Foundation with a flexible schedule of 15-20 hours per week for approximately 12 weeks at a pay rate of $18.60 per hour with no benefits. Please send cover letter and resume to Laura Zolotorofe, Executive Assistant/Facilities Manager [email protected] Review of resumes will be immediately; position open until filled.