Bilingual Branch Librarian I, Boston Public Library (Chinatown Branch), Boston, MA
Posted October 23, 2017
The BPL is looking for bilingual Mandarin/Cantonese speakers for the a branch librarian at the soon-to-be Chinatown Branch (the first one since the 1950’s!). See here for more details: https://city-boston.icims.com/
Responsibilities:
- Executes the policies and practices of the Library as they pertain to the Branch Library.
- Assumes primary responsibility in one service area or more, depending on current staffing and community needs, when necessary.
- Provides reference and readers’ advisory services, and programs which may involve all age groups.
- Stimulates library use for all age groups within a defined neighborhood, through the development of programs, collections and community outreach.
- Supervises the development and maintenance of the branch library’s collections within the framework of Library policies.
- Supervises, trains and develops each staff member to realize his/her full potential and use that developed potential to provide the best library service.
- Works collegially with other Branch Librarians, department heads and staff throughout the library.
- Demonstrates familiarity with and ability to apply collective bargaining agreements, as needed, to carry out the responsibilities as supervisor of branch staff.
- Maintains the appropriate liaisons with regard to the Branch building.
- Maintains working relationships with Friends of the Library, educational institutions, churches, social and community groups, and businesses in the community served.
- Assumes responsibility for administering funds within the Branch.
- Makes oral presentations and written reports on activities within the Branch.
- Actively participates in system-wide committees, training and other professional activities.
- Represents the Library on citywide and statewide committees, if called upon to do so.
Performs other related and/or comparable duties as required.
Education – A bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university and a master’s degree in library science from an accredited library school. In exceptional instances, specialized education, training and/or experience may be substituted for part or all of the educational requirements.
Experience – Four years of pertinent professional library experience and/or any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience sufficient to indicate ability to do the work.
Knowledge – Broad knowledge of library policies, practices and procedures and willingness and ability to execute them effectively; extensive knowledge of book and non-book materials; comprehensive knowledge of bibliographical tools and sources; demonstrated knowledge of appropriate technology; broad knowledge of library collections.
Abilities – Administrative insight and broad professional outlook; demonstrated progressive, professional development. Proven ability to plan and supervise the work of others; continuing interest in and ability to improve existing work techniques and procedures; demonstrated ability to work successfully with staff and public alike.
Skills – Proven skills in oral and written communications; superior ability and willingness to assume responsibility; initiative in generating new ideas. Commitment to library leadership within the neighborhood served; willingness and proven ability to work with patrons of all age groups; professional demeanor; tact, dependability, good judgment and courtesy.
Requirements
- Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
- Language – Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) language skills required.
- Residency – Must be a resident of the City of Boston upon the first day of hire.
- CORI – Must successfully clear a Criminal Offenders Record Information check with the City of Boston.