Librarian - Youth Services

Description

This is a professional Librarian position, providing administrative, supervisory, and direct service work.  Coordinates and manages the children and teen collection, programming, and activities.  This staff member also provides general library services for young library patrons, including special services such as the Summer Reading Program, story hours, and outreach that enhance the lives of and promote reading to young patrons.

Essential Job Functions

1. Schedules, plans, conducts, and publicizes library activities and programs for selected groups.
2. Develops and maintains all aspects of the children's collection, including books, [periodicals, audio-visual, and multi-media materials.
3. Provides Reference and Reader's Advisory Services for children and staff in a courteous manner; maintains a regular desk schedule in the Children's area; provides information and direction in person and by telephone; assists patrons in selecting and finding materials.
4. Writes correspondence, press releases, and grant applications.  Prepares promotional materials and attends functions to promote library functions.
5. Supervises some part time staff members; ensures proper supervision of children and general public safety as necessary.
6. Provides guided Library tours and orientations, makes school visits and presentations as required by community groups.
7. Prepares professional quality documents and reports for planning and statistical purposes in a timely manner.
8. Acceptable attendance.
9. Works well with people.

Marginal Job Functions: (Not fundamental but part of the job in a less important manner).

1. Organizes attractive book displays and maintains the children's area as an inviting place that attracts young users and encourages reading.
2. Provides customer service in other areas when other supervisors are unavailable.
3. Other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Desired Qualities or Skills:

1. Knowledge of Library Science theories, skills and practices.
2. Knowledge of current public service philosophy and practice.
3. Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
4. Knowledge of current trends in education and curriculum development.
5. Knowledge of children's and teen's literature and programming practices.
6. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and common policies pertaining to Library services.
7. Ability to use Library automation software, Office software, and standard office equipment

Abilities and Attributes: (Successful candidates must have the following):

1. The ability to apply creative thinking, imagination, and interact well with parents and children.
2. The ability to work with interruptions on a regular basis
3. The ability to establish rapport with co-workers and maintain good working relationships with the media, schools, and potential sponsors.
4. The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
5. The ability to work independently.

Education and Experience:

1. A master's degree in library and information studies from an ALA-accredited institution.
2. Experience in a public library is desirable.