Youth Services Librarian, Cheshire Public Library, CT

Posted February 24, 2023

Description

The Town of Cheshire seeks candidates to apply for the position of Librarian (L-5) in our Youth
Services Department. Cheshire (pop. 29,330) is a vibrant community located in the heart of
Connecticut (2 hours to New York or Boston) and is well-known for its excellent education
system and exceptional quality of life. Join a dynamic team of youth services professionals who
work to bring high-quality, early literacy and other educational initiatives to our youth and their
families.

Requirements and Duties

The ideal candidate will be a creative, innovative and enthusiastic team-player who can
effectively collaborate with library staff, the Friends of the Library, other town departments and
community partners. Duties of the Youth Services Librarian include planning and running
programs for children, teens, and families, performing reference and reader’s advisory work,
purchasing and maintaining an up-to-date and diverse youth services collection and providing
outreach services. The successful candidate will demonstrate a current knowledge of children’s
and young adult literature and programming, have excellent communication and customer
service skills, be familiar with child cognitive development, and have experience with
community engagement initiatives and outreach, particularly with preschools, daycares,
schools and businesses. Experience working with ages 0-18 years is preferred. An MLS from an
ALA-accredited school is required. Candidates who are close to finishing their degree are
encouraged to apply.

To Apply / Further Information

The starting minimum hourly rate: $36.31/hour with a 35-hour work week and excellent
benefits. For further information including the full job description and application process, visit
the Town’s website or applicants can pick up a copy from the Human Resources Office, Room #217, Cheshire Town Hall, 84 South Main Street, Cheshire. Interested candidates should submit
a cover letter, resume and/or Town application by the close of business on Friday March 10, 2023 to Louis A. Zullo, Director, Human Resources, Town Hall or via email at [email protected]. The Town of Cheshire is an EEOE, M/F/D/V.