Teen Services Librarian - The
Westport, CT Library has undergone an exciting transformation that is
taking the organization into the 21st century and beyond. Dramatic in
its redesign, the new space is unparalleled in its ability to adapt and
shift with the ever-changing needs of the community.
The
successful candidate will have outstanding customer service skills,
strong oral and written communication skills, enthusiasm for academic
research, and the ability to work collaboratively. In addition to
staffing an adult or children's reference desk, the candidate will be
expected to initiate, plan, and implement a variety of programs and
activities to encourage the use of the library by young adults between
the ages of 12 and 18 including but not limited to special events, YA
Literature, Teen Advisory Board, and school and community outreach.
Finally, the applicant should have a passion for Young Adult literature
and experience developing and maintaining a vibrant teen book
collection. Experience creating dynamic web pages in WordPress and
Libguides is a plus.
Required: MLS from an ALA accredited
institution. Candidates with at least 30 credits towards an MLS will be
considered. Full time, 35 hours per week including 1 evening per week
and a weekend rotation. Send resume and cover letter to jobs@westportlibrary.org and put the title of the position in the subject line of the email.
