Youth Service Librarian (Full-Time), Brookline Public Library, Brookline, NH

Posted October 27, 2021

Description:

The Youth Services Librarian is a dynamic, innovative & dedicated professional Librarian with a genuine passion for and commitment to working with, engaging & inspiring children of all ages and their caregivers.  They supervise nonprofessional staff as needed; plan and coordinate all aspects of youth services including collection development, community outreach, reference & programming; and have a thorough working knowledge of modern library policies and practices as well as current technologies and trends as they pertain to youth services.  Must be energetic, organized, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure and with only general supervision.  Acts on the Director’s behalf during his/her absence as requested. MLS from an accredited Library School and three to five years of recent or current experience as a Youth Services Librarian is preferred.

Accountability

Reports to the Library Director

Normal Hours of Duty

As scheduled, including evening hours and weekends in rotation.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered fundamental to this position:Primarily responsible for all aspects of Youth Services including reference, reader’s advisory, collection maintenance & development, program planning & implementation and outreach services.  
• Delegates and supervises duties as needed.
• Maintains a fun, safe, and positive environment which encourages intellectual curiosity and a love of reading.
• Supervises a staff of 1-2 Assistant Children’s Librarians.
• Provides outreach services to area schools, after-school programs, and other community groups.
• Assists library users in locating and obtaining information and materials.Assists in maintaining the library’s online presence – including website and social media accounts.
• Keeps abreast of and utilizes current technologies in support of information services, including but not limited to database & internet searching and use of social media and software applications.
• Collaborates with other members of the library’s management team in supervising a small corps of volunteers. As part of the management team, helps to develop and implement policies and procedures for improved library services.
• Works to maintain good internal communications among the staff and with the Director about building, staff, and service issues.
• Participates in and represents the library in local and regional professional activities.
• Participates in and represents the library in community relations activities.
• Serves as a supervisor in the absence of other designated personnel.Enforces library rules and regulations.
• Familiarity with and support of Library Bill of Rights and NH Privacy laws (patron confidentiality).
• Performs any and all other related duties as needed.

Specific Vocational Preparation Requirements

Training, Skills, and Experience Requirements:

• Experience with Library’s current ILS system or similar.  
• Ability to work well with staff and the public.  Excellent computer literacy, communications, and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Youth literature, programming, and trends in Youth Services.  
• Proven skills in storytelling and relating to children, especially pre-school children, and their parents.  
• Appropriate reference and reader’s advisory skills.  
• Ability to handle complaints from the public with composure and diplomacy.

Other Considerations and Requirements

• The job requires frequent walking, standing, stooping, and stair climbing.
• Good alpha-numeric skills are necessary.
• Ability to listen, understand and interpret patron requests and questions critical.
• Employees should be able to work under pressure caused by a high level of patron activity.  
• Creativity and a sense of humor are preferred.

Closing date: October 16, 2021, or until filled.

Salary: Annual salary for this full-time position is $47,840; includes a benefits package with NHRS, Health, and Dental Insurance.

How to Apply:

Submit resume, cover letter, and three professional references to the library director Arefe Koushki at [email protected]