Adult Librarian: Readers' Advisory & Community Programs

Brooklyn Public Library; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Public Library seeks an Adult Librarian to join our branch team, delivering reference and reader’s advisory services, building adult collections, and planning programs for the community. The role reports to the Assistant Branch Manager and requires strong customer service and collaboration with diverse patrons.

This full-time union position offers a salary of $70,397.60 and requires an MLS from an ALA-accredited library school along with the NY State Public Librarian’s Certificate;

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school.
• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York.
• Knowledge of adult literature, websites, and programming.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual skills highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference information and reader’s advisory for all age groups utilizing print and electronic resources.
• Develop and maintain adult collections in the branch.
• Plan, conduct and evaluate appropriate programs for adults.
• Visit neighborhood organizations, community meetings and participate in community affairs promoting Brooklyn Public Library services, collections and programs.
• Serve on committees when necessary.
• Interpret and implement BPL policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Bilingual skills

Education

MLS / MLIS

NY Public Librarian Certificate

Tools

Library databases

Internet proficiency

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brooklyn Public Library seeks an Adult Librarian to join our branch team, delivering reference and reader’s advisory services, building adult collections, and planning programs for the community. The role reports to the Assistant Branch Manager and requires strong customer service and collaboration with diverse patrons.

This full-time union position offers a salary of $70,397.60 and requires an MLS from an ALA-accredited library school along with the NY State Public Librarian’s Certificate;