Children's Librarian

Saugerties Public Library

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Children’s Librarian

The Saugerties Public Library is located between the Hudson River and Catskill Mountains within the diverse, active and historical Town of Saugerties. The library is seeking a full time (35 hours a week) Children’s Librarian to create programming, engage in collection development, and provide a welcoming environment for the community.

Typical Work Activities:

Plans and implements programs for children aged 0-12 years old.

Works closely with the Teen Librarian to maintain the Children’s and Teen environment.

Plans and executes annual Summer Reading Program for children.

Performs Collection Development for the children and juvenile sections.

Processes new books and media.

Provides information to the public on library policies and procedures.

Assigns and reviews the work of subordinates.

Meets with the programming committee to plan events and programs.

Prepares and posts publicity related to program offerings.

Conducts school visits to promote Library services and programs.

Provides reading guidance for children and families.

Maintains youth services statistics.

Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences as requested.

May assist and instruct the public in the use of public access computers.

May perform other tasks as assigned.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

Working knowledge of library services and practices.

Working knowledge of the needs of children and families.

An understanding of children’s materials and sources for appropriate materials.

Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions.

Ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of others.

Tact and courtesy in dealing with staff and the public.

Distinguishing Features of the Class Incumbents in this class are often library school graduates who are learning the specific applications of professional training by performing professional level duties.  Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level professional librarian and are assigned more difficult work as their experience in the field broadens. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate non-professional employees. Does related work as required. Work is performed under the direction of a librarian (Library Director at SPL).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an ALA accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Masters Degree in Library Science, or a Bachelor’s degree, or graduation from high school with 4 years of library experience. This is a Civil Service Competitive position, and will be filled on a provisional basis pending the results of a Civil Service examination.

Special Requirement: Possession of a New York State Public Librarian's professional certificate at time of appointment.

35 hours a week, Monday – Friday (Potential Saturday hours depending on programming.)

Salary: $45,000 - $48,000 depending on experience and degree

The Saugerties Public Library offers New York State Retirement, health insurance, vacation, sick, holiday and personal days.

Interviews have begun. Deadline Sept. 27th.

Interested candidates please email your resume, cover letter and three professional references to Library Director, Jennifer Russell, at [email protected]

Attachments:

SAU Children's Librarian Ad 2024.pdf