The Youth and Family Services Librarian is responsible for a variety of library services for youth from birth through age 19 and their families.
The Youth Services Librarian helps plan and implement strategies for delivery of youth services throughout the
library
system; orders and promotes children's and teen 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. This
position also assists with routine library duties such as checking
materials in and out, creating library cards, assisting with reference
questions and reader’s advisory. Required to supervise branch staff in
the absence of the branch or senior manager. Requires time on the public
service desk each day. Works one evening a week, Saturdays in rotation,
and a few Sundays a year.
Required: Master's in Library Science or Master's in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution required. Minimum one-year experience working with youth. Must have the ability to work with a diverse population and effectively provide excellent customer service to a large number of customers simultaneously. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Bilingual abilities preferred. For additional requirements and details, see the full position posting HERE.
To Apply: Please email resume and cover letter to hpljobs@hplct.org and reference Youth Services Librarian-Park Branch in the subject line of your email.
Hiring Range: $56,776.98 – $58,311.24 DOE
Hartford Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
