Children’s Librarian, Clark County Public Library, Springfield, OH

Posted December 1, 2014

Job Title: Children’s Librarian | Full-time | Grade: 21 | FLSA – Non-Exempt

Location: Main Library – Lenski Children’s Center, 201 S. Fountain Ave, Springfield, Ohio

Application deadline: Open until filled

Under direction of the Head of Children’s, the Children’s Librarian interacts extensively with the public and staff members. Assists patrons in identifying and locating age appropriate material with the coordination and administration of youth services at the Main Library.

Minimum Education & Experience Required:

• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an ALA-accredited college; specialization in children’s services preferred and public library experience desired

or

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience and the required knowledge, skills and abilities at the discretion of the Director and/or the Board of Trustees

Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide prompt, accurate assistance for patrons in utilizing library resources and providing reference services
• Develop and conduct children’s programs from infants to teens; select age appropriate materials and activities for programs, conduct library tours and public presentations, as requested
• Maintain knowledge of available materials, read reviews, perform Readers’ advisory services and recommend age appropriate materials
• Assist with maintaining the young adults’ and children’s collection; select, organize, weed and order materials as assigned
• Interpret community interests, concerns, and needs to assist in developing and maintaining appropriate library services and collections
• Establish and maintain relationships with local schools, agencies, and organizations for the purpose of promoting youth services programs and encouraging community partnerships
• Provide support supervision to Head of Children’s as assigned

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:

• Thorough knowledge of children’s and young adult literature; prefer experience with youth programming, including Summer Reading Program events and youth collection development
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Interact and respond professionally and appropriately to patrons and staff; ability to work independently and with others
• Proficiency with MS Office products, Internet, email, and related products; knowledge of research techniques and library automation systems (Polaris automated systems a plus)
• Department operates 7 days a week; must be willing to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

Other:

• Ability to push book carts (up to 50 pounds), occasionally lift and stack items up to 25 pounds, operate computer, tools and controls, reach, stand, walk, sit, see at close range and distances, talk and hear, bend, and stoop in order to perform job duties
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions or for the interview process
• Valid Ohio driver’s license needed to attend meetings and presentations

Salary | Benefits: $18.00 Hourly. Full-time/40-hour week. Section 125 health insurance offering (Medical, Dental, Vision), employer-paid life insurance, Ohio Public Employees Retirement System membership, four (4) wks. vacation accrual, ten (10) holidays, and sick leave allowance in accordance with CCPL guidelines. 457 Ohio Deferred Compensation Plan membership available. Direct Deposit to a financial institution required, pursuant to O.R.C. 125.151(B)

CCPL Application, Questionnaire, and Position Description and Submission information available at:

http://www.ccpl.lib.oh.us/sites/default/files/CCPLChildrenLibrarianAppPacket.pdf

Initial screening is based on examination of submitted materials. Continuing applicants may be interviewed by phone. Finalists will proceed to interviews/meetings with staff at the library.

Clark County Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer