The Brookfield Library is looking for a Children's Librarian! This is a part-time, 20 hour per week position:
The ideal candidate will enjoy working with children and will possess professional skills, attention to detail, and a dedication to excellent customer service. Candidate must be able to create programs that are of high interest and address the needs of the community. Plan, publicize and conduct story times, book discussion groups, drama clubs, bedtime story hours, arts & crafts programs, after-school programs, STEM programs and reader’s advisory for kids in preschool through grade 5. May also be asked to provide lap-sit story time for babies up to age 2 and collaborate with Youth Services Librarian on tween/teen programming.
Assist in training and managing Summer Reading Program teen volunteers. Provide service to the community and schools through programming, outreach and other Library services. Responsibilities also include circulation duties when needed, passive programs, and displays. Perform other duties as required or requested.
Job time: 20 hours per week. Applicants must have the ability to work some weekdays between 9:30AM and 5:30PM, some weekday evenings from 5PM-8:00PM, and one or two Saturdays and up to two Sundays per month. Tentative schedule could be Mondays 9:30 - 2:30, Tuesdays 3:00 - 8:00, Wednesdays 9:30 - 2:30, Thursdays 12:00 – 5:00 and one Saturday per month from 10:00 - 3:00.
The full job description is available HERE. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department or submitted online via Brookfield’s Town Website. Applications/Resumes will be received until position is filled. The Town of Brookfield is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
