Teen/Emerging Tech Librarian, Gilford Public Library (Gilford, NH)

Posted April 30, 2025

Job Summary:

Come join our team in beautiful Gilford providing excitement in engaging, nurturing and mentoring teens. Our busy and active library is looking for an energetic customer-service oriented Teen Librarian who will oversee services to teens, provide computer support and technical assistance, assist in cataloging, and assist patrons with their needs in the library.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages daily operations of the Teen Room and Teen Areas ensuring highest quality of services.
Develops and presents engaging and innovative programming to teens.
Selects materials to develop collection that offers relevant resources.
Works cooperatively with Children’s Librarians and other staff maintaining consistency.
Works regularly assigned shifts at public service desks, mainly teen and adult circulation.
Answers, evaluates, and prioritizes in-person requests for assistance from users experiencing computer-related/device technology problems.
Cultivates and maintains relationships with the schools and other Town Departments.
Promotes the library through press releases, social media, and other forms of written and oral communication.
Contributes statistical and narrative reports to the Director.
Pursues professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

Track record of excellent service to children and/or young adults with strong communication skills.
Commitment to STEM education and comfort using technology with patrons.
A curious, life-long learner with a positive can-do attitude and ability to see a silver-lining in any situation.
Patience in teaching others.
Highly effective collaboration skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Flexibility and the ability to prioritize competing duties and responsibilities.
Knowledge of current trends in public libraries and young adult culture.
Master Degree in Library and Information Science preferred.

Hours & Compensation:

Full-time with regular evening and occasional weekend hours required.
Salary dependent on qualifications and experience.

How To Apply:

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Katherine Dormody, Library Director [email protected]