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: Log onto the Hartford Public Library website
for the link to apply online. Interested candidates must complete an
on-line application and attach a cover letter and resume. The
application can be reached at www.hplct.org/about/job-openings.
