Young Adult and New Technology Librarian, Aldrich Public Library, Barre, VT
Posted May 18, 2016
The Aldrich Public Library in beautiful downtown Barre, VT seeks an energetic, creative, empathetic individual to serve the tween and teen populations of Barre while also contributing to the library’s evolving technology program and social media presence.
Essential Job Functions:
Manages the Teen Room and Program
- Proposes policy, procedures, programs and budgets to the Library Director
- Plans and carries out afterschool, vacation, and summer reading programs
- Staffs the Teen Room after school Monday through Friday
- Develops and works closely with a Teen Advisory Council
- Consults book reviews and selects new library materials for purchase
- Manages the existing collection of books and media; weeds worn, outdated, and inaccurate materials from the collection
- Oversees the teen room computers and technology services
- Selects, trains, and supervises volunteers
- Collaborates with the Library Director and Children’s Librarian on grant writing to fund teen programming
- Liaises with schools and community partners to support library programming for Barre youth
- Plans and executes special library programs for teens, including passive programs and library lock-ins
- Collaborates with the Children’s Librarian to ensure seamless library services for tweens
Supports the library’s online presence and technology services. Duties are dependent on areas of expertise and may include the following:
- Posts items on the website and social media in a timely and effective manner
- Trains patrons of all ages in technology use, including e-readers, media editing software, and basic computer skills
- Works closely with other library staff to coordinate library publicity and develop current web content
- Attends monthly staff meetings and relevant staff in-services
- Participates in the staffing rotation covering Saturdays
- Makes suggestions for improved library practices and operations
- Reports problems to the Library Director
- Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Fluency in current personal computing and library technologies
- HTML/CSS experience and awareness of current trends in online platforms
- Effective communications including oral, written, and online
- Excellent human relations skills
- Friendly, patient, helpful, non-judgmental, and interested in books and reading
Minimum Qualifications:
- MLS degree or studying toward completion of same
- Availability for evening and weekend hours
- Genuine enthusiasm for working with teenagers
- Acceptable Background Check
- Dedication to the philosophy of public library service, including the protection of patron privacy and freedom of access to information
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with WordPress CMS and Adobe Software
- Instruction experience
- At least one year experience in libraries
- At least one year experience working with teenagers
Hours are flexible but include Monday through Friday 2pm-6pm as well as at least one evening per week and one to two Saturdays per month.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and includes excellent health and retirement benefits.
Position open until filled with preference given to applications received by May 30.
To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to director@aldrichpubliclibrary.