Children’s Librarian, Saugus Public Library, Saugus, MA

Posted February 19, 2020

The Saugus Public Library seeks a Children’s Librarian to provide programming, outreach, and room supervision in a busy Children’s Room. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated quick learner who is able to handle a variety of tasks. The Children’s Librarian, under the supervision of the Head of Children’s Services assists in the development, planning and implementation of the children’s services including programming, readers’ advisory, reference, instruction in use of materials and databases, collection development, use of social media, day-to-day operation of the department, participation in system-wide committees/other professional activities, as well as related and/or comparable duties as assigned..

 

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university and a master’s degree in library science from an accredited library school. Successful experience in offering direct programming including story times, songs, music, and movement highly desirable.

 

This (18 hours per week) position pays $22.96-$26.09 per hour (in 5 steps). To apply, submit cover letter and resume along with Standard Employment Application to Gabriella Lagattolla, Human Resources, Town of Saugus, 298 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 or via email to [email protected]

 

Applications will be kept on file for a period of one year. The Town of Saugus is an equal opportunity employer. Federal Law forbids discrimination based on race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, or disability.