Children's/Young Adult Services Librarian - Windsor Locks Public Library

Children's/Young Adult Services Librarian - Windsor Locks Public Library seeks a dynamic Children's/Young Adult Services Librarian. This full time (35.0 hour) position requires an individual with enthusiasm and creativity who can demonstrate the ability to sustain current programs, including community outreach and the development and implementation of a variety of services to children and young adults. MLS with supervisory experience preferred, but degree candidates with a focus on youth services and other applicants experienced in children's librarianship will also be considered. Work schedule will include a minimum of two weekday evenings and Saturdays in rotation. Candidate must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. This position requires that the candidate have the ability to develop and conduct a variety of programs including weekly story hours, crafts and other literacy programs on a year-round basis. This position is responsible for preparation of marketing materials to publicize programs, user guides of current trends, and collection development of early literacy through young adult materials. Must possess knowledge of acquisition, organization, maintenance, preservation, and withdrawal of materials and have the skills to implement a collection development plan to fit within the scope of the budget while maintaining awareness of trends in youth services; Responsible for reference and reader’s advisory guidance to children, parents, and teachers, creating displays to enhance the library experience and to provide use of library resources, short and long range planning for children services and programs. Performs duties in other library departments and participates in library special group projects as needed, and assists and instructs patrons in using library services, equipment and facilities. Please send electronic resume and three references to childrenslibwlocks28@yahoo.com. M/F/D/V EEO Employer.