Staff Librarian, Youth Services, O’Neill Branch, Cambridge Public Library, Cambridge, MA
Posted June 8, 2015
L412-702
The work week is 37.5 hours assigned in the best interest of the Library, including evenings and weekends. Approximately one day a week will be assigned at a main library service desk.
Qualifications:
A master’s degree from an accredited school of library science. At least two years of experience in providing direct service to children in a public library. In exceptional instances, specialized education, training, and/or experience may be substituted for part of the educational requirement.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge and understanding of the library’s mission, goals, and objectives
- A broad knowledge and appreciation of children’s and teen literature and media, including a thorough knowledge of classic and contemporary literature from pre-school through high school
- Knowledge and experience in planning programs appropriate for the age levels and capabilities of target audiences
- Knowledge of current issues and legislation affecting children and teens in the community and in society
- Good communication skills, including the ability to work well and communicate constructively with both children and adults
- An interest and enthusiasm for working with the public
- A genuine caring and respect for children and teens
- Experience working with children and teens individually and in group settings
- Working knowledge of basic public library concepts and techniques
- Knowledge of current technology, technological trends, and operation of related equipment
- Creativity Resourcefulness Patience Initiative Enthusiasm Maturity Positive Outlook
- Adaptability and dependability to work well in a team situation, and flexibility in staffing situations
Physical Requirements: Physically able to operate technical equipment such as computers, scanners, printers, and mobile devices; Ability to sit and use computer workstation, including keyboard and visual display terminal, for extended periods of time; Strength to push or pull a loaded book cart which can weigh in excess of 100 pounds on level floor and up ramp, to lift or maneuver onto cart loads of up to 50 pounds, and to carry cartons of books or computers and computer equipment; Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work; Time management ability to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines; Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively; Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, which permits the employee to read books and patron requests, as well as to see what patrons are doing when they are at some distance from the workstation; Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to type and record library files; Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to re-shelve library materials and work at public service desks. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Work Environment: Works in assigned area, including public service areas, office areas, training rooms, library locations, as necessary. Normal office exposure to noise, stress and interruptions.
Duties:
Using basic library techniques and skills, the Staff Librarian functions as part of the team under the general supervision of the Branch Manager. Performs circulation, programming and other relevant duties relating to branch services generally, and children’s and teen services in particular.
Provides a full range of Borrower Services to the public including:
- Assisting children, teens, and other patrons to find books and information
- Answering routine reference questions; providing basic reader’s advisory service
- Maintaining orderliness and neatness in the branch; shelving books and reading shelves as necessary
- Operating audio/visual equipment in the presentation of library programs
- Conducts story hours, book talks, and other children’s and teen programming (films, crafts, puppets, etc.)
- Under the guidance of the Branch Manager, assists in implementing the library collection development policy in accordance with the allocated departmental budget, selecting, merchandizing, evaluating, maintaining and weeding materials within designated sections of the children’s and teen collections
- Prepares displays and book lists
- Assists in library instruction/orientation for children’s groups and individuals
- Keeps records and prepares periodic reports of activities and statistics
- Takes direction from the Manager of Youth Services in order to best meet the needs of children, teens, parents, guardians and others; Attends system-wide meetings of children’s librarians for in-service training and/or to plan and implement system-wide programs
- Assists in public relations and outreach efforts of the branch by taking an active role in acquainting neighborhood schools and the branch community in general with available children’s services. May conduct outreach programs outside the Branch
- May represent the Branch to the public and at meetings outside the Library
- Any other duties required for the good of the Library
Salary: $25.90 per hour to $29.6987 per hour in five steps
Deadline: June 23, 2015
Apply To:
City of Cambridge
Personnel Department, Room 309
795 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
Please send 2 copies each of cover letter & resume
Fax: 617-349-4312