Teen Librarian - Fairfield Public Library. SALARY: $63,694 -$82,361. CLOSING DATE: January 26, 2018.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Nature of Work: Under the
direction of Adult Services Librarian, plan, implement and evaluate a
Teen Library program for the Fairfield Community. Examples of duties:
Major function includes working on the teen desk, or other reference
desk as needed-anticipated to be 25 hours per week; offering direct
service to teens and pre-teens. Develop and maintain the teen and
pre-teen collection and assist with administration of the teen room.
Establish a good rapport with teens and pre-teens and encourage use of
the library. Direct reference service includes answering requests for
information from teens and their parents or guardians, both in person
and on the telephone, assisting teens with the use of the library,
including operation of computers and other technology. Assist patrons
with recreational and summer reading selections and homework inquiries.
Based on specific knowledge of the Library’s collection and the needs
of the public, make recommendations regarding changes to the collection,
with procedures and in services offered. Be aware of the goals of teen
services and assist with their formulation and implementation.
Collection maintenance and development includes utilizing the prescribed
budget to maintain a teen collection through the selection and ordering
of new material, supervising the processing, and the weeding of
outdated materials. Participates in relevant staff meetings, workshops
and training sessions. Direct supervisory responsibilities will include
overseeing of pages and part-time teen staff at both main and branch
libraries. Programming assistance is given by planning, publicizing,
conducting and evaluating teen and pre-teen programs and special events.
Programming also includes leading library class visits or group
visits, tours of the library, visiting schools to promote library use
and working with teens to setup a teen advisory group. Use of library is
encouraged through community contacts, the preparation of
bibliographies, and various displays within the library. Collaboration
with the high schools and middle schools is essential and will include,
but not limited to, establishing summer reading lists and other
booklists and programming.
Required knowledge, Skills and abilities: Considerable
knowledge of bibliographic tools and materials for teens and pre-teens;
library technology such as on-line searching, internet and databases
relative to teens. Strong knowledge of teen literature, culture and
latest teen trends. Must have a working knowledge of Young Adult library
principles and practices. Ability to work with teens and pre-teens
diverse teen population and effectively provide customer service to a
large number of teens simultaneously. Requires a friendly and outgoing
personality with ability to convey a fun and challenging atmosphere and
to comprehend a patron’s information needs as well as skill at reader’s
advisory for teens. Maintain a website and social media presence;
Proficiency using Microsoft Office software.
Physical Demands and Working Environment: Work requires
bending, standing, stooping, lifting and reaching high bookshelves for
long periods; may require pushing or pulling filled library carts;
regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or
move up to 25 pounds.
Minimum Qualifications: This position requires an MLS
from an American Library Association accredited university along with
one (1) year experience working in a library. Familiarity with on-line
circulation systems and online searching is required. Possession of
valid driver’s license when operating a motor vehicle is necessary to
the satisfactory performance of assigned duties.
All interested candidates should submit a completed application, along with a cover letter and resume by January 26, 2018
to Town of Fairfield, Human Resources Department, Sullivan Independence
Hall, 725 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824; (203) 256-3057; hr@fairfieldct.org.
