Fairfield Public Library. Fairfield Public Library, Fairfield
Connecticut, is seeking a Head of Youth Services who brings a vision for youth
services, demonstrates leadership, creativity and innovation. The successful candidate will continue to
implement and expand upon the outstanding programs and classes already
developed for children, tweens and adults and continue to anticipate community
needs. The successful candidate will
apply experience and enthusiasm for children's services and seize the
opportunity to realize their ideas, dreams and visions for young patrons and
their caretakers. You will be
knowledgeable about current youth and family issues and understand technology
trends. You will monitor the youth
services budget. You will attend
community meetings and collaborate with public schools, other educational
institutions and city agencies. This
position is a member of the Library's leadership team and you will take an
active role in the implementation of our Strategic Plan while creating a
positive atmosphere of teamwork. As a
creative and optimistic problem solver you will enhance the children's space to
be uplifting and inspirational for the children who visit. ALA accredited MLS required. Must have a minimum 4 years working full-time
as a professional children's librarian with a preferred minimum of 3 years
supervising library staff including mentoring and providing ongoing training as
needed. Candidate must have demonstrated
knowledge of children's collections including emerging trends. You must have demonstrated record of
effectively managing collection and staffing budgets. Grant writing experience is a plus. Fairfield, Connecticut is a beautiful town of
60,000 easily accessible by train to NYC and Boston. Beginning salary: Negotiable. Benefit package
included. Please submit a cover letter
and resume to Karen Ronald, Town Librarian, kronald@fplct.org<mailto:kronald@fplct.org>
by January 22,2016