Teen Services, Librarian I - The
North Haven Memorial Library is seeking its first Teen Librarian. The
ideal candidate should be tech-savvy, innovative,
enthusiastic, possess a passion for working with teens (ages 13-17),
and is committed to serving and engaging with this population in a
friendly, courteous, and professional manner. This brand-new position is
responsible for developing and conducting
all programming for teens, collection development, and creating a
safe and welcoming space for teens.
Primary Responsibilities:
Initiate, plan, implement, and evaluate a variety of programs and
activities
to encourage the use of the library by teens, including but not
limited to, special events, book clubs, teen advisory club, and
school/community outreach. Foster relationships and interact with teens
in both one-on-one and group settings. Develop,
implement, and evaluate strategies to increase awareness of teen
resources. Promote teen programs and services in and around the library
and on the library’s social media accounts. Build strong partnerships
with schools and work with other community
organizations to collaborate on projects. Work with the Reference
Librarian and Children’s Librarian to develop and maintain the teen
collection, including the selection/deselection of books, DVDs, digital
resources, and other materials.
Additional Responsibilities: Work at all public
service desks with a commitment to excellence in customer service.
Perform reference services; assist patrons with requests for information
and selection of materials; teach patrons
how to use the library and the technical equipment; answer phones.
Responsible for library opening/closing and related duties. Accept
additional duties as assigned and is qualified to work in any department
within the library organization.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Establish
and maintain effective working relationships with superiors,
subordinates, and peers. Must be a team player. Effective written and
verbal communication skills, including a willingness
to ask questions, are required. Keep informed of current and
emerging library standards, processes, trends, and technology,
specifically in relation to teen services. Must be technology
proficient. Knowledge of integrated library systems, preferably
Sierra.
Minimum Qualifications: Master’s
Degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent from an ALA accredited
college or university. 1-2 years of experience working with a teen
population. Work two evenings
a week and Saturdays in rotation. This is a 35 hr/week position and
part of a collective bargaining unit. While performing the duties of
this job, the employee must stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and
reach with hands and arms. Employee must
regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift
and/or move 25 pounds.
Salary: $53,271.40
To Apply: Send completed employment application,
cover letter, and resume to: Town of North Haven Finance Office, Memorial Town Hall, 18 Church Street, North Haven, CT 06473
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