Head of Children’s and Teen Services, Conway Public Library, Conway NH

Posted April 8, 2014

Hours Worked:            40 including some evenings and weekends

Salary:                            $15-$17 per hour, based on experience and education, plus an excellent benefits package

Reports to:                    Library Director

Education:                     MLS degree from an ALA accredited institution preferred but not required. Bachelors degree required.

Experience:                   3-5 years working with children and or teens in a public or school library environment. Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director, the Head of Children’s and Teen Services coordinates and oversees all aspects of library services for children and teens. Tasks include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversee all aspects of collection development for the Young Adult and Children’s collections
• Provide traditional and tech reference and reader’s advisory services
• Supervise staff and direct volunteers as authorized
• Develop, conduct, and publicize library programs for children and teens
• Direct responsibility for successful implementation of the Library’s summer reading program
• Develop  and implement outreach programs to schools and daycare centers
• Advise Library Director in the development of policies relating to youth services
• Contribute content and manage some aspects of library’s social media presence and newsletter. Knowledge of “CMS Made Simple” preferred
• Serve as one of the primary liaisons promoting the library in numerous venues and with a wide variety of organizations
• Collaborate with institutions who share the library’s interest in strengthening early childhood education
• Produce grant proposals as necessary
• Compile statistics as necessary

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of major trends in youth librarianship
• Thorough knowledge of youth literature
• High level of computer skills. Knowledge of MS Office Professional required. Familiarity with Tumblr and Evanced SRP software a plus
• Outstanding writing and social skills 

Application Procedure:  Please submit resume, cover letter, and three references to David Smolen, Library Director, at [email protected]. For your subject line in the email please input “Head of Children’s and Teen Services.”