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Children’s/Young Adult Librarian, Medway Public Library, Medway, MA

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