Job Description

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Graduate Librarian, Teen Grade 2 for the Worcester Public Library. Under the  direction of the Youth Services Manager, this professional position is responsible for connecting teen-age library patrons with the information they seek, and developing and implementing engaging library programs, collections, and services. The work schedule will include evening and weekend assignments, and potential for working at other locations.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

• Provide exemplary reference and reader’s advisory service for young adults, children, parents, teachers, and other adults; looks for opportunities to help library customers feel welcome.
• Teach the use of basic and specialized reference tools, computer, equipment, etc.
• Build, manage and promote an extraordinary young adult collection that is diverse, current, and relevant to the needs of the community.
• Seek new ways to utilize the best technological developments for teens.
• Develop, plan, implement and evaluate programs for teens that meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s diverse teen population.
• Conduct bibliographic searches/inquiries using every possible resource.
• Create and maintain content for social media platforms such as library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, and other online resources as appropriate.
• Make connections, conducts outreach, and represents the library in the community, particularly promoting young adult services and collections.
• Assist in the development and implementation of programming for parents, teachers, students, and other adults who work with teens.
• Collaborate with a team of professional and paraprofessional staff and with other city agencies and organizations.
• Assist with the development and maintains the layout and appearance of the teen spaces including the creation of impactful displays, and ensures a safe and welcoming environment for young adults.
• Stay informed of professional and community developments affecting the library and librarianship.
• Research and write grants focusing on services, programs, and technology initiatives for a teenage audience.
• Train, supervise and evaluate the work and activities of teen volunteers and advisory groups.
• Work at multiple locations as assigned.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate with staff about concepts, ideas, and requirements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to learn in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Ability to learn and use emerging library technologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties, as assigned, consistent with the functions of the work unit and level of responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science, including graduate credit in children’s services, from a library school accredited by the American Library Association or approved by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.
• Access to reliable transportation and the ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner.
• Ability to successfully pass CORI/SORI.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Related work experience in libraries, bookstores, and/or schools.
• Two (2) years prior professional experience working with youth.

SALARY RANGE: $27.85 – $36.36 hourly, full-time, excellent benefits package.

For a full job description, please visit: www.mywpl.org/jobs-wpl

The Worcester Public Library makes every effort to support ALA’s “Core Competences of Librarianship” http://www.ala.org/educationcareers/careers/corecomp as approved and adopted as policy by the ALA Council, January 27th 2009 and, as an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

How to Apply

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 60,000 - 80,000.

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