Children’s Services Supervisor, Wellesley Free Library, Wellesley, MA
Posted January 12, 2015
The Wellesley Free Library is accepting applications for the position of Children’s Services Supervisor, an integral part of the Library’s management team. Major duties include the development and implementation of customer driven Children’s Department initiatives that support the mission and vision of the Wellesley Free Libraries; establishing annual Children’s Departmental goals and objectives; and coordinating and evaluating staff activities to ensure that goals and objectives are attained.
The incumbent directly supervises two full-time and several part-time department staff. The Children’s Services Supervisor is responsible for overseeing planning and delivery of children’s programs, the department’s collection development, and the provision of reference and reader advisory service. The Children’s Services Supervisor stays informed of current trends, emerging technologies, and research in children’s librarianship and allied fields.
The ideal candidate possesses the highest possible level of customer service and interpersonal skills; maintains a consistently positive and approachable demeanor; and is a supportive team manager. S/he is innovative and forward thinking; has a passionate commitment to providing exemplary library services to children, parents, caregivers and educators; an expert knowledge of children’s literature; and an understanding of the technological concepts that support digital literacy. A demonstrated commitment to incorporating STEAM concepts into library service for children is preferred.
The ability to meet deadlines and to plan and implement short- and long-range goals and a commitment to building collaborative relationships with schools and other community partners for the development and promotion of the Library are essential.
An MLS degree and five years of children’s or young adult reference experience is required and three to five years of supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
To apply, submit cover letter and resume or Town of Wellesley job application to the Human Resources Department, 525 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail as a Word document to [email protected] by January 30, 2015. AA/EOE
A Town of Wellesley job application is available online.