Youth Services Supervisor, Nashua Public Library, Nashua, NH

Posted April 22, 2021

Description:

Full-time 40-hour position in public library includes at least one evening and weekends in rotation. Leads the youth services team in providing and administering relevant, innovative and diverse services, programs and collections for children, teens and their caregivers. As a member of the senior staff participates in strategic planning and evaluation. Liaison to schools and community partners serving birth to 18. Identifies and participates in community engagement opportunities. Leads the Family Place Libraries initiative. Responsible for department administration including personnel, policy development, data reporting and customer suggestions or concerns. Manages departmental budget. Manages youth services collection maintenance and development.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of Master’s Degree from an ALA accredited institution and 3 years supervisory experience in a public library setting. Ability to work as part of a team in a busy public library and interact with a diverse public in a welcoming and respectful way. Thorough understanding of child and adolescent development and advance knowledge of library services to children, teens and their caregivers. Experience working with infants, children and teens. A strong knowledge of children’s and teen literature. Proficiency and experience with MS Office and demonstrated ability and interest in using computers, Internet, mobile and emerging technologies as it relates to resources for services for youth and caregivers. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and expenditures.

Starting salary:   $ 53,464 – $ 58,000 depending on education / experience

Schedule:         40 HRS/WK INCLUDES EVENINGS & WEEKENDS

How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: 

Submit cover letter, application/resume, and three professional references to:

http://applitrack.com/nashua/onlineapp/

POSTION OPEN UNTIL FILLED