Youth Services Librarian (2 positions), Ferguson Library, Stamford, CT
Posted September 23, 2016
The Ferguson Library in Stamford, CT, is seeking to fill two full-time positions with creative, enthusiastic, and customer service-oriented youth services librarians. Join a team committed to providing outstanding library service to a diverse community.
The successful candidates for both open positions, one at the Main Library’s DiMattia Building and one with shared responsibilities between the Bookmobile and the Harry Bennett Branch, will enjoy working with young people, have a strong background in children’s and teen literature, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Responsibilities include reference, and readers’ advisory, collection management, and programming activities for all ages from babies to teens. Proficiency in technology required. Bilingual capability is an asset.
The Ferguson Library provides full-time staff members with a competitive salary and a comprehensive and generous package of employee benefits, including pension, health and life insurance, and programs to encourage staff members to achieve personal and professional growth. The salary range for this position having a 37.5 hour work week is $58,393 – $71,673. The starting salary is commensurate with experience.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Working on the public serve desk providing reference and reader’s advisory services
- Participating in materials selection, collection development and maintenance
- Developing and conducting programs for all age groups, babies through teens, with special emphasis on early childhood and early literacy curricula
- In conjunction with other members of the Youth Services team develop a comprehensive plan for family engagement.
- Planning and conducting class visits with storytelling, book talks and reference instruction.
- Assisting in the selection, development, and programming with digital resources.
- Other duties as assigned by the Youth Services Coordinator
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited graduate school.
- Knowledge of children’s and teen materials (print and digital)
- Library experience working with children, teens, families & caregivers. Experience with early literacy programs such as Every Child Ready to Read a plus
- Proficiency with new and emerging technologies, including effective communication through social media; experience in/or interest in learning Makerspace technology
- Attention to detail, a spirit of collaboration, and commitment to excellent customer service
- Bilingual capability an asset
- Availability for evening and weekend work
Note: The Library reserves the right to fill this opening with a Library Assistant, Range IV, if it receives an application from a qualified person who is enrolled in an MLS program or who possesses a relevant undergraduate and/or graduate degree, and substantial experience working with youth. The Library also reserves the right to fill this opening with either a full-time or a part-time employee.
To be considered for one or both of these positions, please submit a resume and cover letter by email to George N. Nichols, Director of Human Resources and General Counsel ([email protected]) not later than October 11, 2016.
The job description for the Main Library position can be found here; and for the Branch position here. Refer to fergusonlibrary.org for more information about the Library and community.