Head of Youth Services, Wiggin Memorial Library, Stratham, NH

Posted April 24, 2023

Job Description

The Wiggin Memorial Library (Stratham, N.H.) is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and collaborative leader to serve as the Head of Youth Services (40 hours/week).  Reporting to the Library Director, this position will be responsible for developing and implementing diverse collections and services for infants through teens and their caregivers in a very active service-oriented department.  In addition to supervising a staff of 1.5 FTE duties will include, but will not be limited to, implementing early literacy initiatives, story times, summer learning programs, book discussions, crafts, STEAM related activities and more!

 Additional responsibilities include: promotion and reporting of library activities, outreach to schools, budgeting, and assisting with circulation tasks.  The successful candidate will enjoy working with children, exhibit exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills and seek community partnerships.  An in-depth knowledge of children’s literature is essential in order to curate and maintain the collection in all formats.

Hiring salary range is $50,000 – $53,000 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

An MLIS degree is highly preferred along with three or more years of related professional library experience, including one year at a supervisory level; or any equivalent combination of education and library experience which demonstrates the requisite knowledge and skills.  Knowledge of children’s developmental stages and strong technology skills are also a must.

To Apply

To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Library Director, Kerry Cronin at [email protected].  Applications will be accepted until May 12, 2023.