Children’s/Young Adult Librarian, Medway Public Library, Medway, MA
Posted April 27, 2015
The Town of Medway Public Library seeks qualified candidates for the full time (40 hour per week) position of Children’s/Young Adult Librarian with a start date of JULY 1, 2015. This union position reports directly to the Library Director.
Some Responsibilities include:
- Manages the Children’s and Young Adult Departments under the general direction of the Library
- Plans and conducts children’s story times, book clubs, STEM programming, and special events for children and young adults
- Provides readers’ advisory, reference, early literacy, outreach, and other library services to children, families, educators, and other patrons
- Works with Director to select children’s and young adult materials
- Coordinates activities with schools, preschools, day care centers, and community groups
- Manages Cultural Council and other grants for children’s and young adult programming
- Performs circulation desk responsibilities
- This position will require some nights and Saturdays.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution
- Experience working with and providing programming to children and teens. Knowledge of contemporary children’s and young adult literature.
- Enthusiasm, creativity, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Familiarity with electronic technology and social media. Ability to communicate tactfully and courteously with all ages.
For a full job description please go to: www.townofmedway.org
Please send cover letter and resume to Human Resource Director, Town Hall, 155 Village Street, Medway MA 02053.
Date of Posting: April 13, 2015
Salary: $20.12 – $26.46 Grade 7 (with benefits)
Closing Date: Open until filled