Junior Services Librarian

JUNIOR SERVICES LIBRARIAN

Junior Services Librarian:

Reports to the Library Director

Non-Exempt

Part-time (15-20 hours)

Summary of Duties:

· Engage in ongoing collection development of all children and juvenile materials, including regular acquisitions and weeding.

· Repair damaged books and other materials.

· Repair issues within the catalog, as needed.

· Suggest and/or refine youth policies, work processes, or cataloging practices when applicable.

· Write grants and solicit donations for children programs and collections.

· Develop, propose, and help to coordinate programs of service to children in conjunction with the programming coordinator.

· Assist with outreach or other youth programming.

· Assist with the circulation desk and other regular circulation procedures.

· Regularly update the decor, maintain the collection, and enhance the general surroundings in the youth rooms.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· MLIS from an ALA accredited school preferred. A combination of a relevant bachelor’s degree and experience will also be considered.

· Experience working with children and/or within libraries.

· Knowledge of children’s literature and popular culture.

· Ability to collaborate with staff as well as the programing coordinator and the director with ongoing cataloging and programming processes.

· Ability to demonstrate knowledge, appreciation, and understanding of library materials, both print and electronic.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Willingness to obtain library certification and further training in professional skills as necessary.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person