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By gsliscomm, April 22, 2013 3:31 pm

DUTIES: The Wilmington Memorial Library is currently seeking an energetic, friendly, tech savvy professional to fill an opening for a full-time Teen Services Librarian. Responsibilities include selecting and maintaining the teen collection, reference and readers advisory for teens and children, developing innovative programming and outreach to teens in middle school through high school. Is part of the Youth Services team and provides support and coverage in the Children’s Room. Assists Technology Librarian with presentation of technology programs/classes and with technology based services that meet teens’ needs. This position offers the opportunity to work in a team oriented friendly environment open to innovation and making the library an integral part of the community.

Schedule is 35 hours per week with one evening per week and every third Saturday from September through June. Additional evenings and Saturdays may be required to meet programming needs. Complete job description available on Town of Wilmington web site.

QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree in Library Science with knowledge of classic and contemporary teen literature; Experience in planning and managing teens programs and events is preferred. Strong technology skills and experience with social media required. The ideal candidate will be proactive, innovative and enjoy working with teens and children.

SALARY: $46,328 -$58,625 in seven annual steps. All municipal benefits

CLOSING DATE: May 10, 2013

APPLICATION: Please submit letter of application and resume to: Kendra Amaral Assistant Town Manager, Wilmington Town Hall, 121 Glen Road, Wilmington, MA 01887. Applications and resumes may also be submitted electronically to: kamaral@town.wilmington.ma.us

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By gsliscomm, March 25, 2013 1:47 pm

Classification: Librarian I, Head of Youth Services, City of Haverhill, Haverhill, MA

Department: Haverhill Public Library

Hours of Work: Full-Time/40 hours per week; flexible schedule to include nights and weekends

Salary Range: City of Haverhill Pay Scale, $40,415 – 47,410

Reports To: Library Director

The Head of Youth Services at the Haverhill Public Library has overall responsibility for the delivery of Youth Services at a busy, service-oriented, urban library. Under general direction, the Head of Youth Services coordinates the delivery of services and programs to children and young adults; supervises childrens’ and teen services staff; is responsible for bilingual collection development; assists customers in identifying and locating materials using electronic, print and other resources; and trains customer in the use of all resources. The Head of Youth Services is a member of the Library’s management team with responsibility for some evening and weekend supervision of the building.

A complete position description is available upon request.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution and 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in the Youth Services department of a public library. The Haverhill Public Library serves a community of 62,000 nestled along the banks of the Merrimack River. The Library has a reputation for cutting-edge technology solutions, community outreach, and outstanding customer service. This position requires demonstrated proficiencies in the use of automated systems and knowledge of best practices in the delivery of library and information services to youth and teens. Strong interpersonal skills, an interest in delivering innovative public library services, and the ability to train staff and public are critical. Must be able to set priorities and work with frequent interruptions.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names of three references to Carol Verny, Director, Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street, Haverhill, MA, 01830, or to cverny@mvlc.org. First consideration will be given to candidates who submit applications by April 15, 2013. The position will remain open until filled.

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By gsliscomm, March 19, 2013 4:25 pm

YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN
SCHEDULE A
SA-11
$42,527 to $50,812

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS:

Under the direction of the Director, the Youth Services Librarian manages the children’s and young adult departments. This includes the selection of materials, collection development, programming, reader’s advisory, reference, outreach, and planning. Some supervision of personnel assigned to the children’s and/or young adult area is involved. This person also is responsible for library operations in the absence of the Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have an MLS from an ALA – accredited program.
2. A minimum of 2 year’s experience working with children and young adults is required.
3. The ability to work with the schools and day care facilities is necessary.
4. Excellent knowledge of children’s and young adult literature is required.
5. Good storytelling and book talking skills are needed.
6. Team work is essential.
7. Knowledge of an integrated library computer system as well as personal computers is vital.
8. Experience with creative programming is a must.
9. Ability to teach all ages digital literacy required.
10. Administrative experience in a library setting is required.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience working in a school library.
2. Experience working as a teacher.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Selects children’s and young adult materials.
2. Prepares exhibits and displays for the children’s and young adult areas.
3. Develops programs for children and young adults including story hours, craft programs, book clubs, and summer reading programs.
4. Provides training in the use of electronic sources to locate materials.
5. Provides outreach services to parents, day care centers and the schools.
6. Supervises staff and volunteers assigned to the children’s or young adult areas.
7. Provides reader’s advisory and reference services to children and young adults.
8. Writes monthly reports that evaluate the services and makes recommendations for improvements or additional services.
9. Performs other duties as required.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrates ability to provide creative, stimulating and appealing programs. Competent computer skills are required. The ability to use a wide variety of electronic resources is vital. Extensive knowledge of children’s and young adult literature is necessary. Excellent story telling and communication skills are required.

Posting closes March 28, 2013. Send resumes to Library Director, Deborah Wall, Pembroke Public Library, 142 Center St., Pembroke, MA 02359

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By gsliscomm, February 25, 2013 3:23 pm

Star Island, New England’s most unique summer island, seeks an intern to assist our seasonal Museum Curator in operating and organizing the Vaughn Cottage Museum and Library during the summer of 2013.

Duties include:
- Staffing museum during open hours by greeting guests, answering questions, maintaining security of items, and providing customer service.
- Facilitating educational programming for youth groups (ages preschool through high school).
- Lead historical tours of Star Island (tour themes are general island history and ghosts & graveyards).
- Lead historical tours of Appledore Island
- Provide support to Curator through cataloging and upgrading to digital records.
- Special projects as assigned by Curator.

This internship is unpaid and includes room and board while on island in dormitory style housing. Island residency is required 5-6 days per week with a specific schedule coordinated with the Curator.

Physical demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Requires standing, stretching, bending, walking, lifting, climbing stairs, and transporting equipment; working at a computer; must be physically and mentally capable of functioning in a fast-paced work environment in a community setting.
- Must be able to walk around island with uneven and rocky terrain.

Qualifications:
- Experience with teaching and leading tours.
- Currently enrolled in museum studies or library science program at an accredited university or college.

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to saggerer@gmail.com by March 30

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By gsliscomm, February 20, 2013 1:01 pm

The Hollis Social Library in Hollis, NH is seeking a Youth Services Librarian to provide dynamic service to children, young adults, their families and caregivers. Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Youth Services Librarian will develop and maintain the collection and create a welcoming and inviting area within the library for children and young adults. Duties also include developing and executing youth programs such as the Summer Reading Program.

Duties:
• Maintain, develop and catalog collection materials for the Children’s and Young Adult collections and provide reader’s advisory services.
• Plan, promote and conduct programs targeted to include the Youth Summer Reading Program, story hours, book discussion groups, movies, and special theme events
• Collaborate with community schools and organizations and act as an advocate for youth literacy
• Administer the budget for materials and programs under supervision of the Library Director
• Deliver excellent service to patrons and cover circulation desk when needed
• This position is 30 hours per week. The candidate is expected to work one evening per week and one weekend per month.

Qualifications:
• Degree in Library Science preferred, suitable combination of education and experience will also be considered
• Knowledge of children’s literature and collection development methods
• Experience in planning and promoting children’s programs and managing a budget
• Experience working with children in a library, educational or other learning environment
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, team player and a commitment to public service
• Strong computer skills with interest in learning new technology

Salary: TBD

Closing Date: March 15, 2013 – candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

Please submit your resume and cover letter:

Ms. Lucinda Mazza, Library Director
Hollis Social Library
P.O. Box 659
Hollis, NH 03049
Or
E-mail: director@hollislibrary.org

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By gsliscomm, January 22, 2013 9:18 pm

PART TIME YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN

The Town of Stow is seeking a qualified candidate for the part time position of Youth Services Librarian at the Randall Public Library.

Rate of Pay: $21.25 per hour Hours of Employment: 28 hours per week

Qualifications: High School Diploma, BA preferred. Good communication skills and all applicants must enjoy working with children and young adults. Must pass a CORI check. All applicants must be computer literate and willing to learn new software applications. Preferred candidates will have or be studying for a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited program with emphasis on children’s literature and services, but experience with children and library related clerical experience acceptable.

Benefits: Includes health care benefits, paid holidays, vacations and personal leave time.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Plans, designs, organizes and implements library programs for children and young adults.

· Creates an environment in the youth services areas which provide enjoyable and convenient use of library resources. Instructs children and caregivers in the use of library tools and resources.

· Understands and is able to research new trends in youth services literature for collection development purposes. Provides a wide and diverse variety of electronic, print, audiovisual and other resource materials to best serve the needs of youth and caregivers.

· Contracts with skilled resource people to present specialized programming for the youth services department at the library.

· Catalogs and process new materials into the collection and works the circulation desk.

· Provides outreach programs and advocates youth services to the community and public schools.

· Responsible for semi-annual weeding of the library’s youth services collections.

· Plans, researches and completes grant applications for youth services.

· Compiles, reviews and interprets statistical data regarding use of youth services and prepares regular management reports for review by the Director.

· Monitors expenditures and purchases for the youth services department.

· Completes assignments of Library Director as needed.

Physical Demands: The Youth Services Librarian must be able to bend, stand and lift at least 20 pounds.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Melissa Fournier, Library Director, Randall Public Library, 19 Crescent St., Stow, MA 01775, or mfournier@minlib.net starting January 11, 2013. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 pm February 1, 2013.

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By gsliscomm, January 7, 2013 3:28 pm

POSITION AVAILABLE

Youth Services Librarian

Duties/Description:

The Rockland Memorial Library is seeking an enthusiastic and creative professional to fill the position of Youth Services Librarian. Under the general direction of the Library Director, the Youth Services Librarian provides direct service to children, young adults, and adults working with these population groups. Directs and supervises the youth services function of the library including collection development for the young adult and children’s collections, and supervises staff assigned to the children’s room. Provides outreach services and partners with schools and other community groups. Plans, publicizes, and conducts weekly pre-school story times, weekly pre-literacy (newborn to 3.5 yrs) programs, annual Summer Reading program, and other youth programs. Maintain the Children’s Room blog and the Young Adult Facebook page, and other social media.

Must be experienced in automated circulation systems and have a demonstrated level of computer literacy. Duties will also include presenting formal programs of library skills instruction to school groups and the public. Works collaboratively with Circulation and Reference departments to ensure excellent public service.

Excellent interpersonal skills required. Previous experience as a Children’s or Youth Services Librarian in a public or school library preferred.

This is a professional, 35-hour a week, exempt position, including at least one evening and, in future, may include some weekend hours. Comprehensive benefits are available including 79% paid group health insurance and 50% paid dental insurance. Earnings from this position are not covered under Social Security.

Qualifications: ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library science with a concentration in children’s and young adult literature.

Salary: Mid $30,000

Send: A letter of interest and résumé addressed to:

Beverly C. Brown, Library Director,
Rockland Memorial Library
20 Belmont Street
Rockland, MA 02370

Closing Date: January 18, 2012

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By gsliscomm, December 5, 2012 10:59 am

QUAL: A creative, innovative, forward thinking self-starter.
Education: ALA accredited MLS/MLIS.
Experience/Knowledge: Minimum of 2 years of working with teens and children, library experience preferred. Sound knowledge of modern library principles and service trends; good communication skills; and ability to work positively with the public and staff. Knowledge of children’s and teens literature and other materials, as well as current trends in service to children. Ability to develop and conduct programming for teens and children. Working command of Microsoft Office applications, internet research and resources, ability to master online databases and automated library systems. Experience with Polaris ILS a plus.

DUTIES: Library services to teens and older elementary including development and implementation of programming, marketing, outreach, and collection development for teens and elementary aged children. The Youth Services Librarian works in cooperation with the Children’s Librarian and Assistant Director to develop, plan and implement annual programming plans.

SALARY: Starting low $40s

TO APPLY: Apply electronically to: abaker@kelleylibrary.org. Mail resume with cover letter and 3 references to:

Search Committee
Kelley Library
234 Main St.
Salem, NH 03079

DEADLINE: Review of applications begins 12/27/2012

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By gsliscomm, December 4, 2012 3:39 pm

Duties/Description:
Responsible for overseeing the daily operation and scheduling of all desks at the Mason Square Branch Library. Work is performed in accordance with accepted practices and procedures in the field of library science related to youth services with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent professional judgment under the general direction of the Manager of Public Services who reviews work through observation, reports and conferences. Supervision is exercised over select staff. Assists Manager of Public Services in planning system-wide youth and outreach services goals and activities.

Provides reference service at the Mason Square Branch and the Central Library Children’s Room in person, over the telephone or through email or other emerging technologies.

Supervises Mason Square Branch staff; including administrative tasks such as scheduling, time management, etc.

Assists Manager of Public Services in recruitment, training, professional development, counseling, evaluation, and discipline of staff.

Assists Manager of Public Services in planning, developing, and implementing department policy, procedures, and strategies for improving deliver of youth services system-wide.

Purchases materials (print and electronic) (with assistance from Manager of Collection Development) for the Mason Square Branch Library. Participates in other collection development projects as assigned.

Assists Manager of Public Services with oversight of youth programming efforts and participates in delivery, promotion, and evaluation of youth programs, primarily children’s.

Creates and conducts tours and bibliographic instruction for children and their caregivers and teachers; works with and provides outreach to various youth-serving city agencies, schools, and organizations.

Assists in writing and implementing grants as assigned; compiles and submits various reports such as departmental monthly reports.

Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications:
Thorough knowledge of library science.

Thorough and advanced knowledge of library youth and outreach services.

Ability to demonstrate vision, strategic thinking, collaboration and inclusive leadership skills, flexibility and adaptability and a willingness to embrace and drive change.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Strong organizational and writing skills.

Specialized knowledge of classification systems.

Bachelor’s degree and completion of an American Library Association accredited Master of Library Science with advanced knowledge of reference and public service functions.

Three years of service in a municipal library; preferred: two years’ experience as a supervisor of employees. Employment is subject to the City of Springfield’s residency requirement.

Salary: $46,654.37

Closing Date: Fri. 12/07/12 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Applications must be submitted through the City of Springfield’s website,http://agency.governmentjobs.com/springfieldma/default.cfm

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By gsliscomm, December 4, 2012 3:25 pm

The Plaistow Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Head of Youth Services. This is a part-time permanent position for 35 hours a week with benefits. The successful candidate will perform varied professional, technical and clerical work in the Youth Services Department including reader’s advisory and collection development. Programming for children and teens is required as well as assisting in circulation and day-to-day library operations. Other activities include preparing crafts, designing bulletin boards and displays and assisting in the general upkeep and organization of the youth area. Outreach to the schools and community is also an important aspect of this job.

Qualifications and skills: MLS degree preferred; MLS candidates given strong consideration. Experience in education and working with children from birth to age 18 is strongly desired. Supervisory skills are necessary for this position. Candidate must be familiar with automated integrated library systems and emerging technologies.

Proficiency in children’s and teen literature, social media, downloadable technology, Microsoft Office products and strong customer service are a must. The library requires this candidate to work as part of a team, to be able to multi-task and to have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The hours for this position include some evening hours and one Saturday a month. Please submit letter of interest and resume to Diane Arrato Gavrish by December 14, 2012.