Youth Services Librarian

About the Position:

Join the management team at the Atlantic City Free Public Library as the Youth Services Librarian and help provide responsive services to our vibrant and diverse community! 

This position performs work responsibilities under the general direction of the Library Director and functions as a “person-in-charge”.

Major Duties:

• Supervise the Youth Services Department, including staff and volunteers.
• Responsible for programming for children and families, including planning, preparation, budgeting, scheduling, implementation, reporting, and assessment. 
• Responsible for Summer Reading Program for children and teens including programming, promotion, school visits, and reporting. 
• Responsible for outreach to Atlantic City schools and participation in community events geared towards youth.
• Promote library collections and services to the public both internally and externally
  • Evaluate community needs and identify opportunities for new programs, services, and collections. 
  • Manage and develop the Youth Services collections
  • Prepare displays, exhibits, and booklists. Contribute website and social media content.
  • Organizes and gives tours of the library including school group visits.
• Attends library training, workshops, conferences and other continuing education related to youth services as approved by the Library Director.
• Assist library patrons in finding materials, answering questions and providing reader’s advisory.

Qualifications:

MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited institution, two years of recent library experience and a Professional Librarian certificate issued by the State of New Jersey. Must have a valid New Jersey Driver’s License.

The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of current library technologies and demonstrated experience using technology and digital resources. Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential. Students enrolled in a graduate degree library program may be considered if they have educational experience.

This is a Civil Service position. Applicant must comply with “New Jersey First Act.”

Schedule:

Full-time – 35 hrs./week, includes alternating weeknights (Thursday 12-8pm) and Saturdays.

**Compensation: **

Salary based on experience, with generous health benefits, paid time off, and enrollment in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Salary range: $59,000 - $62,395

To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected] referring “Youth Services Librarian” in the subject line.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.