Youth Services Librarian - Hartford Public Library. Full Time Non-Union. The Youth Services Librarian is
responsible for providing a variety of library services for youth from
birth through age 19. The Youth Services Librarian works closely with
the Teen Services and YOUmedia Director, Youth and Family Services
Manager and the Director of Central Services to plan and implement
strategies for improving delivery of youth services throughout the
library system; orders and promotes children's materials (print and
media) for the library system; participates in delivery, promotion, and
evaluation of youth programs; creates and conducts tours and
bibliographic instruction for children and their caregivers and teachers
through our Boundless partnership with Hartford City Schools; works
with and provides outreach to youth-serving city agencies, schools, and
organizations; and assists in writing and implementing grants.
Working closely with the Director of Central Services and Teen
Services and YOUmedia Director, plan and implement strategies for
improving delivery of youth services throughout the library system.
Orders and promotes children's materials (print and media) for the
library system and provides readers advisory. Participates in the
creation, delivery, promotion and evaluation of youth programs. Creates
and conducts tours and bibliographic instruction for children and their
caregivers and teachers through out Boundless partnership with Hartford
Public Schools.
Works with and provides outreach to youth-serving city agencies,
schools, and organizations; and assists in writing and implementing
grants. Participates in community activities and maintains contacts with
local officials, organizations and library customers in order to
interpret the services and objectives of the library. Develop
collaborations with public schools, community agencies, organizations,
and institutions that work to create successful youth and families.
Maintains open communication with all staff. Supervise branch
staff in the absence of the branch manager or senior manager. Provides
welcoming customer service to all customers. Listens and actively
promotes cooperation and trust to meet customer needs. Anticipates
customer needs and delivers timely, accurate information/solutions.
Ensures safe conditions for staff, public and building operation. Takes
appropriate action in building emergencies.
Utilizes computer application and library equipment, maintains
current knowledge of system wide and location specific procedures,
processes, policies and operations. Utilizes e-mail and voicemail to
maintain open channels of communication.
Challenges her/himself by taking on and solving critical business
problems. Serves as a positive role model. Responds positively to
organizational change. Transmits the HPL culture to colleagues and
others throughout the organization. Helps others advance. Expects that
obstacles will occur and refuses to use them as an excuse for not
achieving results. Works independently, meeting reasonable deadlines,
and accepting responsibility for his or her actions.
Clarifies overarching client needs to his/her team. Manages to both
internal and external clients. Identifies with the communities the
organization serves. Approaches each customer issue/problem as an
opportunity to build further customer loyalty. Fosters and maintains
strong community relationships.
Motivates others to translate new ideas and actions into results.
Promotes innovation and is open to new ideas. Keeps informed of current
trends, improved programs and processes to better meet the needs of the
community. Supports and manages change while remaining resilient.
Knows and effectively communicates the organization's mission,
vision and values. Solicits feedback from his/her team. Provides ongoing
coaching and feedback to his/her team members. Demonstrates the value
of diversity and inclusion. When conflict arises, successfully navigates
the conversation to find solutions acceptable to all parties. Shares
wins and successes. Defines success in terms of the whole team. Can be
relied upon to follow through on commitments and promises.
Position Requirements: Master's in Library Science or Master's in
Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution
required. 1 - 3 years of demonstrated public service or customer service
experience with the ability to work well with a diverse population.
Preferred: Experience creating and conducting a variety of lively
programs for children, youth and teens and/or serving youth abnd
fostering community engagement with children, youth and teens. Knowledge
of library best practices and/or experience working in public
libraries. Bilingual language skills desirable.
Abilities: Ability to continuously bend, twist, stoop, reach and
pull. Ability to keep composure in everyday, potentially stressful
situations. Ability to meet a flexible work schedule, including evenings
and weekends. Able to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time.
Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and
the ability to adjust focus. Lifting of moderate to heavy weight
material up to 50 lbs.
Access to reliable transportation required.
Application Instructions: Apply online via this link. Interested candidates must complete an on-line application and attach a cover letter and resume.
