Children’s Librarian, Springfield City Library, Springfield, MA

Posted July 23, 2015

Due to a promotion, we have a vacancy in the Central Library’s Children’s Room. The Springfield City Library is growing and working towards a Brighter Future for Springfield Today! Our branch hours, visitor counts, and program attendances have risen dramatically under our “Rethink: Springfield City Library” plan (http://slidesha.re/1etabSa), which focuses on seven core missions: Early Literacy, Elementary Services, Workforce Development, Adult Literacy & Lifelong Learning, After School Services, Civic & Community Engagement, and the Customer Experience. The successful candidate will join one of these energized teams and work with colleagues to make a big impact on Springfield residents, and will work primarily with children and their caretakers. See the City of Springfield’s website for more information: http://bit.ly/1GwRji5

Qualifications:

• Specialized knowledge of children’s reading and programming interests.
• Ability to demonstrate vision, strategic thinking, collaboration and inclusive leadership skills, flexibility and adaptability and a willingness to embrace and drive change.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and writing skills.
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of an American Library Association accredited Master of Library Science.
• Some library experience preferred but not required.

Salary: $43,134

Closing Date: August 3, 2015 at 11:59 pm

All applications must be made through the City of Springfield’s website. Residency in the City is required within a year of hire. Be sure to upload a compelling cover of letter along with your application. Apply at http://slidesha.re/1etabSa