Employment Opportunities

How to Apply

Fill out an employment application at Circulation or print out a completed application and either bring it with you to the Library or mail it to us. Openings are filled on an as-needed basis, and applications are kept on file for 120 days.

Position Requirements

PositionRequirements
Librarian• Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited library school or registered by the New York State Education Department
• Civil Service examination may be required
Clerk• High school diploma
• One year of clerical experience
• Civil Service examination may be required
Page• Age 15 and older

Note: 

  • We follow Civil Service regulations under supervision of the Saratoga County Personnel Department.
  • No seasonal employment.
  • Minimum hours apply.

Current Positions

Part-Time Librarian I – Youth Services – 21-25 hours per week 

The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library is seeking candidates for a salaried part-time Youth Services Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Youth Services, the Part-Time Librarian I is responsible for planning, organizing, promoting, and implementing library services and programs for children. Develops and takes part in outreach opportunities. Provides reference and research assistance to patrons and participates in collection development and maintenance for assigned collections. Provides exceptional customer service to patrons in person, by telephone or electronically. 

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Salary: Starts at $31.31 per hour  

Minimum Qualifications 

  • Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from a library school that is accredited by the ALA or recognized by the NYS Education Department following acceptable education methods. AND  
  • Eligibility for a New York State public librarian’s professional certificate at time of application for appointment; possession of certificate at time of appointment 

Civil Service 

The position of Librarian I is a competitive position within the Saratoga County Civil Service Administration; therefore, any appointment will be provisional until such time as the Civil Services Examination is administered, and an established eligible list is used to make a permanent appointment.   

Application Process 

Please submit a job application, cover letter and resume via email to sflint@sals.edu or by mail to:  

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library 
ATTN: Susan Flint 
475 Moe Road 
Clifton Park, NY 12065 

Application review will begin two weeks after job posting and will continue until the position is filled.