Full-Time Children’s Librarian - Darien
Library (CT) seeks a creative, energetic, and enthusiastic candidate to
join a dedicated Youth Services Department as a full-time Children’s
Librarian. This librarian will serve as the Early Literacy and Outreach
Coordinator, planning and managing programming for the First Five Years,
coordinating well-established outreach to community organizations, and
managing Summer Reading relationships with Darien Schools. The
highly-motivated candidate will have a passion for public service,
knowledge of children’s literature, experience working with youth
specifically ages birth through age 5, a desire to thrive in a
fast-paced environment, and will join a tight-knit and very
collaborative team in providing extraordinary services to children.
Qualifications and Skills:
MLIS degree, or degree in progress, from an ALA-accredited library and
information sciences graduate program required. 1-3 years experience in a
children’s library setting, or equivalent event planning experience,
preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and devotion to hospitality in
public service. Ability to be highly collaborative, and coordinate
programming for birth to five years with peers and outside performers.
Experience with early literacy best practices including ECRR2 and
Supercharged Storytime. Knowledge of the developmental needs of children
at various ages, and corresponding library services and materials.
Experience with PR, specifically with creating promotional material,
including press releases and documents for the public. Attention to
detail and strong aptitude in written and oral communication. Knowledge
of current publishing trends and popular authors. Knowledge of current
library trends, specifically within children’s services. Proficiency
with new and emerging technologies, as well as Microsoft Office
Applications. Knowledge of design software highly desirable. Bilingual
candidates, or those with functional knowledge of another language, are
highly desirable.
Responsibilities: A public
and visible face of the Children’s Library, both within the library and
outside in the community. Provides exemplary customer services to
patrons on public desks in Youth Services. Creates and manages the
yearly Registered Storytime calendar, including hiring outside
performers, scheduling staff-led storytimes, and completing the
Storytime Lottery. Conducts outreach visits to preschools, community
organizations, and scouting groups. Manage all Public Relations for the
Children’s Library. Coordinates summer reading booktalking visits with
elementary schools. Maintains strong relationships with various local
organizations and individuals to provide outstanding outreach to the
community. Maintains public calendars and all other promotional material
for Children’s Services, including eblasts. Plans and conducts
programming for children of all ages and their caregivers. Provides
exemplary reference and readers’ advisory services to children,
caregivers, and educators in the community. Maintains strong connections
to relevant professional organizations. Participates in the collection
development of print and digital materials for children birth to age
twelve. Available to work one evening per week, and one weekend a month,
in addition to special events.
Salary: Begins
at $60,000 annually for a 37.5 hour week, and is commensurate with
experience. Compensation includes generous vacation, sick, and personal
leave. Significant opportunities for professional development available.
Health benefits and town pension are included with this position.
To Apply: For consideration please send a cover letter and resume to Mia Orobona, Assistant Head of Teen Services, at morobona@darienlibrary.org by July 15, 2020.
