Multiple Openings, New York Public Library, New York, NY
Posted April 23, 2018
The NYPL (New York Public Library) is seeking Children’s Librarians, Young Adult Librarians, and Adult Librarians.
NYPL Job Openings
Children’s Librarian
Job Description
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Children’s Librarian engages children through collections, services, and programs in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones.
The Librarian: Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, daycare centers, and community groups that target children to promote the Library’s services, collections, specialized programs, and resources
Facilitates group and family visits to the Library to enhance the reading skills of children
Actively and continuously promotes our collections and reading through readers advisory, staff picks, recommendation lists, blog entries, author talks, book discussions, and other innovative ways, both on site and online
Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media, and digital resources
Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote, and facilitate innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s children, parents, and childcare providers, including storytimes and other early literacy programs, visual and performing arts programming, STEM programs, summer reading events, and a variety of other programs both within the Library and throughout the community
Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Children’s collection, ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant, and meets the needs of the community
Fosters digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to children
Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Pinterest
Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the children’s space to ensure a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
Mentors Library staff in preparing and presenting children’s programs
Assists with branch operations, including circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures
In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the facility, staff, and operations
Performs related duties as required
Competencies:
Accountability and Professionalism
Customer Service
Collaboration and Teamwork
Job-Specific Knowledge and Skills
Qualifications:
ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies and Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
Enthusiasm for public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage, including children and their parents/caregivers
Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for children and their parents/caregivers
Knowledge and appreciation of children’s literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection, as well as a love of reading
Experience developing, maintaining, and promoting children’s collections
Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to meet the needs of community users
Demonstrated successful interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs, and e-reader devices
Demonstrated knowledge of computer services, including online searching, social media, and reference resources and databases
Preferred Qualifications:
Foreign languages, such as Spanish, Chinese, French, and Russian
Basic understanding of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for children, and urban public library issues preferred
Working knowledge of trends in children’s literature, youth services, and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature, and organizational memberships
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 15 lbs.
Sitting and standing for periods of time
Daily use of a computer
Work Environment:
Public service library
Young Adult Librarian
Description
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Young Adult Librarian engages young adults with our collections, services, and programs in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones.
The Librarian: Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, and local businesses to promote the Library’s services, programs, and collections
Encourages and facilitates group and individual use of the Library for class visits, research projects, literacy skills, and other resources for teens
Actively and continuously promotes our collections and reading through readers advisory, staff picks, recommendation lists, blog entries, author talks, book discussions, and other innovative ways, both on site and online
Provides reference service and resource recommendations using print, media, and digital resources
Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote, facilitate, and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s young adult population including reading clubs, homework help, instructional workshops, STEM and literacy programs, gaming, summer reading events, maker programs, and a variety of other programs within the Library and throughout the community
Partners with the collection development team to build and maintain the Young Adult collection, ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
Fosters digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to young adults
Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the young adult space, ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
Facilitates the work and activities of teen volunteers and teen advisory councils
Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Pinterest
Mentors Library staff in preparing and presenting young adult programs
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures
In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the facility, staff, and operations
Performs related duties as required
Competencies:
Customer Service Skills
Communication
Teamwork
Digital Literacy
Accountability
Qualifications:
ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies and Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
Experience in a library setting providing information services to teen, including reference and public programming; or an internship in a public library for recent graduates; public library experience preferred
Enthusiasm for public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for young adults
Knowledge of young adult literature, principles of collection maintenance, and a love of reading
Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users
Demonstrated successful interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs, and e-reader devices
Demonstrated knowledge of computer services, including online searching, social media, reference resources, and databases
Preferred Qualifications:
Foreign languages, such as Spanish, Chinese, French, and Russian
Basic understanding of emerging library technologies, service, and programming trends for young adults, and urban public library issues
Working knowledge of trends in young adult literature, educational and development needs, youth services, and the profession through webinars, internal training, meetings, conferences, professional literature, and organizational memberships
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 15 lbs.
Sitting and standing for periods of time
Daily use of a computer
Work Environment:
Public service library
Adult Librarian
Description
Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Adult Librarian engages adults with the collections, services, and programs in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones, both on site and online.
The Librarian: Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, city support agencies, adult educational institutions, and local businesses to promote the Library’s services, programs. and collections with a focus on adults
Actively and continuously promotes our collections and reading through readers advisory, staff picks, recommendation lists, blog entries, author talks, book discussions, and other innovative ways, both on site and online
Provides reference service and resource recommendations using print, media, and digital resources
Collaborates with the Adult Educational Services Department to develop, promote, facilitate, present, and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s adult population, including book discussions, author talks, technology classes, financial literacy sessions, arts and wellness activities, and a variety of other programs both within the Library and throughout the community
Partners with the collection development team to build and maintain the adult collection ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant, and meets the needs of the community
Fosters digital literacy and provides technology instruction
Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the adult space, ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources
Develops and maintains content for social media platforms, such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Pinterest
Mentors Library staff in preparing and presenting adult programs
Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures
In the absence of the Library Manager, may take responsibility for the facility, staff, and operations
Performs related duties as required
Competencies:
Customer Service Skills
Communication
Teamwork
Digital Literacy
Accountability
Qualifications:
ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies and Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York
Experience in a library setting providing information services to adults, including reference and public programming; or an internship in a public library for recent graduates; public library experience preferred
Enthusiasm for public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage
Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for adults
Knowledge of literature for all ages, collection maintenance principles, and a love of reading
Experience building partnerships with local organizations to better meet the needs of community users
Demonstrated successful interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills
Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs, and e-reader devices
Demonstrated knowledge of computer services, including online searching, social media, reference resources, and databases
Preferred Qualifications:
Foreign languages, such as Spanish, Chinese, French and Russian
Basic understanding of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for adults, and urban public library issues preferred
Working knowledge of trends in adult literature, educational and development needs, adult services, and the profession through webinars, internal training, meetings, conferences, professional literature, and organizational memberships
Physical Requirements:
Lifting up to 15 lbs.
Sitting and standing for periods of time
Daily use of a computer
Work Environment:
Public service library