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Tween/Teen Librarian, Hollis Social Library, Hollis, NH

Posted September 15, 2016

The Hollis Social Library in Hollis, NH is seeking a creative, energetic and enthusiastic candidate to join our small, yet mighty, team as a Tween/Teen Librarian. We’re looking for someone who isn’t afraid to try new things and loves hanging out with the after-school crowd. Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Tween/Teen Librarian will develop and maintain the collection, create a welcoming and inviting culture for young adults in our small town library, and develop and execute dynamic youth programs.

Duties:

  • Maintain, develop and catalog collection materials for the Youth and Young Adult Collection and provide reader’s advisory services.
  • Manage the collection development of print and digital materials for youth and young adults. 
  • Plan and conduct programming and outreach duties for tweens and teens.
  • Collaborate with community schools and organizations and act as an advocate for youth literacy.
  • Deliver excellent service to patrons and cover circulation desk when needed.
  • This position is 20 hours per week. The candidate is expected to work one evening per week and one weekend per month.
  • Supervising library assistants during weekend hours.

Qualifications:

  • Must have significant library experience or MLIS coursework in the following areas: cataloging, collection development, and databases. MLIS preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to relate to patrons and staff with a friendly, courteous and professional manner required.
  • Experience and interest in working with youth ages 10 to 18, and knowledge of corresponding library services and materials.
  • Strong computer skills with interest in learning new technology
  • Must be capable of lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds. Duties require frequent walking, stooping and kneeling.

Salary: 16.00/hr.

Closing Date: candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

Please submit your resume and cover letter: 
Ms. Laura England, Library Director
Hollis Social Library
P.O. Box 659
Hollis, NH 03049

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E-mail: [email protected]