Teen Services Librarian, The Reading Public Library, Reading, MA
Posted June 24, 2021
Description:
Love where you work and what you do! Join the dynamic and supportive staff of The Reading Public Library as we are now hiring a full-time Teen Services Librarian.
A career in teen librarianship offers a rewarding opportunity to create a welcoming space where teens can navigate life with the support of innovative, impactful programs and resources. As the Teen Services Librarian, you are part of a high-quality public service team assisting all patrons with a focus on teens in grades 6-12, their families, caregivers and those who work with teens.
This position requires a balance of forward-looking ideas, compassionate community engagement, and positive team energy to create lasting bonds for teens within the library and throughout the community. A highlight reel of what this position entails includes:
Program Design and Delivery:
- Conceptualizes culturally-competent, responsive programs and services to fulfill needs and wants of teen community members
- Adopts a connected learning approach to presenting programs, classes and events for and with teens so that they educate, inform and inspire.
- Facilitate smooth transitions for “tweens” into teen services through proactive communication and collaboration with Children’s Department to ensure youth remain lifelong learners
Community Engagement & Partnerships:
- Fosters supportive and collaborative partnerships within local schools, community groups, agencies and nonprofits
- Identify service area gaps and implements creative and thoughtful outreach tactics to connect with teen library users and nonusers
Collection Development & Readers’ Advisory:
- Utilize knowledge of emerging trends and community needs to advocate for and purchase materials by underrepresented communities, addressing the need for more representation of marginalized groups in library’s collection
- Provides platform to guide youth to explore digital media and library resources
The Reading Public Library is a cornerstone of the community with popular collections, programs, and services. Our staff culture embraces dedication, equity, teamwork, and a sense of fun. If you are seeking a job that values curiosity and encourages creativity, we invite you to apply.
Position is full-time (37.5 hours/week) including one evening and a Saturday rotation. Expected salary range is $53,918-57,233 and includes benefits and ample professional development opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in any subject and a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science. Candidates for a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science program will be considered; and
- One to two years of professional library experience; or
- Any equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience, with additional work experience substituting for the required education on a year for year basis
How to Apply:
To apply, visit the Town of Reading website here: https://www.readingma.gov/administrative-services/human-resources/pages/employment-opportunities