Young Adult Librarian

Description

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: 

The Young Adult Librarian position is responsible for selecting young adult materials and maintaining this special collection. Additionally, this position is responsible for planning and coordinating all special events and programs for teens. It is a diverse position that requires a broad knowledge of library functions, interest in young adult literature, and customer service skills to assist all ages of library users. Selects, purchases, and maintains the young adult book, audio/visual, and periodical collections. Develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates programming activities for young adults in consultation with the Reference Team Lead and Assistant Director. Adopts a community engagement mindset and develops and maintains effective relationships with schools, community groups, agencies, and non-profits that target youth in order to plan and deliver programs and services that meet local teen needs and interests. Promotes the use of library resources through community contact, especially as liaison with grades 7-12 in Quincy schools. Participates in other collection development, as assigned. Writes or assists with the writing and implementation of grants as needed. Plans and creates displays of library materials and information. Conducts group tours of the library. Become a certified notary public; training, certification, and insurance paid for by the library. Serves on committees as needed or requested. Represents the Library in community and professional meetings as required. Responsible for shifts at the Reference and Children’s desks as scheduled. Responds to patron inquiries for information or assistance, including in person, telephone, mail and electronic. Assist and instruct patrons using virtual resources, downloading digital content, using publicly available technology including computers, printers, copiers, scanners, fax, etc. in scheduled group programs or one-on-one training sessions. Regularly work the service desk and provide reference and reader’s advisory assistance.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree required. Master’s degree in library or information Science from an accredited library school preferred. Two years library experience preferred. Knowledge of popular and classic young adult literature desirable. Creative and enthusiastic person with ability to work with all ages, especially young adults. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated computer experience required. Knowledge of word processing, desktop publishing and library software preferred. Must be comfortable learning latest tech trends, as applicable to Young Adults. Clean driving record and valid driver’s license.