Staff Librarian, Newburyport Public Library, Newburyport, MA

Posted January 7, 2022

Description:

The Newburyport Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic professional with a love of public service for a fulltime Staff Librarian position in the Children’s and Teen Services Department, to deliver outstanding library services to patrons of all ages with a focus on teens. This position includes reference, collection development and management, reader’s advisory, programming, and outreach activities. A sense of humor, strong communication skills, a team approach, and a friendly and welcoming demeanor are essential. NPL staff work in a collaborative workplace with a focus on excellent patron service. Ongoing professional development is encouraged and supported.

Duties and Requirements:

Collections & Readers’ Advisory

• Select, evaluate, and maintain an inclusive collection in accordance with the library collection development policy and allocated budgets.
• Broad knowledge and appreciation of literature and media for young people.

Programming & Marketing

• Coordinate engaging library programs and services for teens, taking into consideration principles of youth development; community assets; and the diverse educational, recreational, and personal needs of local teens.
• Actively promote library resources through programming, merchandizing, and creating book lists, resource guides, and displays.

Patron & Community Focus

• Maintain a pleasant, inviting, safe environment for children and teens. Work effectively with the Youth Services team and with colleagues in other departments. Ensure proper supervision of patrons.
• Knowledge of developmental principles, materials and current issues related to serving youth and teens; demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge to program and service design and to establish positive relationships with youth.
• Keep current about the community, other area libraries, and librarianship.

Communication & Problem Solving

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a positive attitude.
• Sound judgment and strong problem-solving skills; flexibility, adaptability and professionalism in stressful situations and times of change.

Work Environment & Professional Development

• Ability to concentrate on tasks despite frequent interruptions and moderate noise levels.
• Commitment to doing all work through a lens of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-
  racism.
• Maintain a working knowledge of contemporary trends and technology in the library profession by attending workshops and professional meetings.
• Ability to interact tactfully and courteously with library patrons of all ages and diverse backgrounds, including those who may be experiencing hardships that impact their behavior.
• Address and resolve patron issues.
  

The Library is located in a busy walkable downtown city of 18,000 and receives strong community support. This is an opportunity to grow your librarian skillset in a positive environment where all staff contribute to making the NPL a destination.

This is a 35 hour per week union position with benefits, and includes one night per week and a rotation of Saturdays.

How to Apply:

A complete job description is available on the City of Newburyport website at:
https://www.cityofnewburyport.com/jobs

To apply, send cover letter, three references and resume to:

Giselle Stevens, Head Librarian
[email protected]
Newburyport Public Library
94 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

Securing this position will be dependent on the results of a CORI check.