Flower Memorial Library is hiring a Librarian I, a competitive civil service position. The updated salary range will be available via the posting on the City of Watertown’s website. Please note this is a competitive title in the classified civil service. Appointment will be on a provisional basis only. To be eligible for permanent status, the individual accepting appointment will be required to pass a civil service exam and score among the top three.
This position involves responsibility for basic level librarian duties. The Librarian I may serve as the head of a functional area of the library such as Teen Space, Genealogy, or the Children’s area. Employees in this class are expected to perform specific applications of professional duties under the general supervision of the Library Director. Performs related work as required.
The minimum qualification for this position is a Master’s Degree in Library Science from a school that is accredited by the American Library Association. There is a special requirement that individuals must be eligible for a New York State Public Librarian’s Certificate at the time of application, and must possess the certificate within six (6) months of appointment.
To apply, visit the City of Watertown’s online civil service portal. The application deadline is 12/4/2025.
Email the City of Watertown’s Civil Service Department for a complete job description.