CHILDREN'S AND TEEN LIBRARIAN

DC Department of Human Resources; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 62,158 - 70,102; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Annual and sick leave

Job summary

The DC Department of Human Resources seeks an experienced Children and Teen Librarian to support the efficient operation of libraries for youth. This position involves planning and conducting programming as well as providing reference services to children and teens in the Washington area.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Library Information Science and possess at least three years of library experience working directly with young populations.

Additionally, strong communication skills and proficiency in various software tools are essential. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Information Science from an accredited ALA program.
• 3+ years of experience working in a library environment, with children and/or teens.
• Knowledge of public library principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference services and programming for children and teens.
• Conduct outreach to local schools and organizations.
• Manage the branch's physical collection for children and teens.

Skills

Planning and delivering programs for children and teens

Sound decision-making in complex situations

Strong verbal and written communication

Office software proficiency (Microsoft Office, Google Suite)

Education

Master’s degree in Library Information Science (MLIS)

Minimum of 3 years library experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

SharePoint

Drupal

Job description

Job Summary

This position is within the Public Services unit of the District of Columbia Public Library system and serves as a Librarian. DCPL is seeking Children and Teen librarians responsible for professional functions that support the efficient operation and best use of the libraries by children ages (0-12) and Teens (13-19). Under the general direction of a Branch Librarian, the incumbent provides reference and advisory services to customers and plans, schedules, conducts and evaluates programs and class visits. The Librarian develops and maintains the branch collection of literature to meet the needs of the community.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

Children’s Librarian

• Provides reference assistance, reader’s advisory and information about relevant library resources to children (birth to age 12) and their caregivers, as well as to local educators in daycare centers, preschools, elementary schools and charter schools.
• Maintains contact with and conducts outreach to local schools, community-based organizations and nonprofits that serve children in the branch neighborhood.
• Plans and conducts programming for children and their caregivers according to system requirements and in collaboration with other staff as appropriate.
• Attends monthly Youth Services Working Group meetings and training as required. Serves on DCPL working groups, committees, task forces for library projects relating to children birth to twelve and their caregivers as appropriate.
• Manages location’s physical collection for Children’s by using established processes and procedures for weeding materials, requesting new materials, and analyzing usage.
• Maintains awareness of community needs, including the needs of schools and other community institutions and organizations. Establishes community partnerships that align to community needs and library’s strategic goals.

Teen Librarian

• Provides reference assistance, reader’s advisory and information about relevant library resources to teens (aged 13 to 19) and their families, as well as to local educators in high schools, job corps programs and nontraditional educational settings that serve teens and their families.
• Maintains contact with and conducts outreach to local schools, community-based organizations and nonprofits that serve teens in the branch neighborhood.
• Plans and conducts programming for teens and their peers according to system requirements and in collaboration with other staff as appropriate.
• Attends monthly Youth Services Working Group meetings and training as required. Serves on DCPL working groups, committees, task forces for library projects relating to teens aged 13 to 19 and their families as appropriate.
• Manages physical collection for teens by using established processes and procedures for weeding materials, requesting new materials, and analyzing usage.
• Maintains awareness of community needs, including the needs of schools and other community institutions and organizations. Establishes community partnerships that align with community needs and library’s strategic goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Required Education & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Information Science (MLIS) from an accredited ALA program.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a library environment setting, with at least one year of that experience directly with children and/or teens.
• Basic knowledge of public library principles and practices gained through coursework or library experience.
• Performed relevant work at the next lower grade level of CS 08 for a minimum of a year; incumbent cannot currently be serving a probationary period. (Applicable to district government employees only)

Required Skills

• Ability to plan, promote, deliver, and evaluate programs for children and teens.
• Ability to make sound decisions and apply policies in sensitive or complex situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use office software (Microsoft Office, Google Suite) and familiarity with tools like SharePoint or Drupal.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

None

WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT

The work is performed in an office setting.

DISTRICT REFERENCE CHECK

All applicants who are current or former District of Columbia Government employees will be subject to a background examination prior to the issuance of a conditional offer of employment. This review will include coordination with District agencies where the applicant is currently or was previously employed. The purpose of this examination is to verify the applicant’s employment standing and determine eligibility for rehire, reassignment, or promotion within the District government. Applicants found not to be in good standing may be deemed ineligible for further consideration.

By applying to this vacancy announcement, you hereby authorize the District of Columbia Public Library to conduct a background examination and reference check, including coordination with any District agencies where you are currently or were previously employed, to verify your employment standing and assess your eligibility for continued employment consideration.

GENERAL SUITABILITY SCREENING

This position is subject to general suitability screening; verification of employment history, reference checks and degree/license, as applicable. The appointee to the position may be offered employment contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory general suitability screening.

ENHANCED SUITABILITY SCREENING

The position for which the individual is applying has been identified and designated as requiring enhanced suitability screening; if tentatively selected for the position, a criminal background check, traffic record check, consumer credit check, and mandatory drug and alcohol test will be conducted (as appropriate); and the appointee to the position may be offered employment contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory enhanced suitability screening.

Other Significant Factors

• Type of Appointment: Career Service Regular
• Tour of Duty/Schedule: This position primarily works during standard business hours with flexibility to perform duties during evenings and weekends to support operational needs.
• Department: Public Services | Youth and Family Services
• Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement
• Promotion Potential: None
• Appointed Salary: The selected incumbent will be appointed at the appropriate salary rate of CS 09
• Budgeted Salary: This position is budgeted for the minimum salary of $62,158 to the maximum salary of $70,102.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Residency Requirement: Applicants claiming residency preference will be required to maintain residency in the District of Columbia for a minimum of seven (7) years. Failure to do so may result in forfeiture of employment. If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.

Employment Benefits

Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia government's retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously employed in the District of Columbia government under an appointment for which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR), contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non‑merit factor.