Librarian for Children’s & Teen Services - Essex Library Association has been a vital community institution since
1889. Staff deliver comprehensive services and high quality programming
for all age groups. The library serves a close knit and supportive
community of more than 6,600 residents located by the scenic Connecticut
River. We maintain a physical collection of more than 37,000 items in a
welcoming and vibrant 9,550 square foot facility with dedicated
children’s and teen spaces. The library is a member of the Libraries
Online (LION) consortium.
We are seeking a creative, energetic,
and engaging professional to join our team as Librarian for Children’s
& Teen Services. The Librarian for Children’s & Teen Services
curates and maintains a collection of more than 13,000 books for
children, young adults, parents and educators. S/He provides individual
and group training for patrons and staff, coordinates outreach, programs
and services with area schools, and develops and implements high
quality programming for children and teens. S/He also provides
circulation services and coordinates social media and marketing
projects.
Qualifications: Graduate degree in
library or information science preferred; recent MLS grads and students
in their final semester encouraged to apply. Experience designing and
delivering programs for children of all ages. Self-starter with strong
initiative who can engage, encourage, develop, and sustain partnerships
with area families, schools, and organizations. Marketing, technology,
and/or teaching experience. Ability to complete projects with minimal
supervision.
What we offer: This full-time
exempt position comes with budgeting support for professional
development and service to the profession, plus generous paid vacation,
healthcare reimbursement, and employer retirement contribution benefits.
Regular evening and Saturday hours required; a condensed work week is
negotiable. We offer a minimum starting salary of $58,000 annually.
To apply, submit a cover letter with resume, copy of unofficial MLS
transcript, and contact details for three references to Essex Library
Association, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT 06426 or via email to jobs@essexlib.org. We require comprehensive background and reference checks for finalist candidates. No phone calls please. EOE.
