Librarian I, Children’s Services - White Plains Public Library,
White Plains, NY. Do you love children’s literature, enjoy keeping
abreast of publishing trends, and delight in creating a top-notch
collection that will engage readers? Then come join us at the White
Plains Public Library.
Due to retirement, the White Plains Public Library has
an opening for a Librarian I to work in The Trove, our library for
children. One of the busiest public libraries in New York State, the
White Plains Public Library values excellent customer service as well as
innovation and experimentation in services and programs.
In addition to acquiring much of our book collection, as a
Librarian I, you will provide reference and reader’s advisory services
to children and adults, plan and conduct programs, lead classes and
workshops, among other responsibilities. Special consideration will be
given to candidates with experience in publishing, education, book
selling, or other work with children. Applicants must be available to
work evening as well as weekend hours.
Candidates should genuinely like working with
children and adults, appreciate providing library services to a diverse,
multilingual population, and be able to work effectively with
colleagues. They must also be outward looking, helping to ensure that
the Library remains responsive to the White Plains community.
The City of White Plains is located 25 miles north
of New York City in Westchester County. Home to 55,000 residents, the
City’s population expands to 250,000 every workday as thousands of
people travel to the City for work or school. The modern downtown has
enjoyed a recent revitalization with expanded shopping and dining
options. With a Metro North commuter railroad station and a bus transit
center, people from all over Westchester County make White Plains a
destination for work, leisure and study.
The White Plains Public Library serves the City
through one facility, located in downtown White Plains. With a staff of
42 FTE, in 2014 the Library attracted nearly 30,000 people to its
programs and circulated over 700,000 items. In addition to the Trove,
the library for children, in 2013 the Library opened the Edge, an
innovative library for teens that includes a digital media lab. The
final phase of its capital campaign will create the Hub, with a Learning
Commons for adults as well as a café and bookstore.
Starting salary is $53,689 to $55,311 depending on experience; excellent benefits.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in library
or information science (MLS) from a program that is accredited by the
American Library Association or recognized by the New York State
Education Department as following accepted education practices.
Special Requirements: Eligibility for a New York
State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate at the time of
application; possession of certificate at the time of appointment. The
successful candidate will also be required to pass a civil service
examination and be reachable for permanent appointment.
The City of White Plains is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If interested, please email cover letter and resume to by April 17 to: Brian Kenney, Library Director, bkenney@whiteplainslibrary.org. Please put "Librarian Opening” in the subject line.
