Children's Librarian

Gfoat; Portland (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

Gfoat seeks a Children's Librarian to provide quality library services and programming to meet educational and cultural needs in Portland. You will plan and execute programming such as After School Programs and Summer Reading, while working collaboratively with library staff and community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Library Sciences, has three years of experience, and is skilled in grant writing. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Sciences or related field.
• Three years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes a variety of library programming.
• Coordinates with library staff for programming planning.
• Applies for grants and maintains documentation.
• Welcomes and assists library patrons.
• Assesses and selects new materials for children's collection.

Skills

Library Programming

Grant Writing

Bilingual (Spanish)

Mentoring

Technical Troubleshooting

Education

Master’s degree in Library Sciences

Job description

Overview

The Children’s Librarian provides cost-effective, quality service, programs, and materials in a variety of formats in order to meet the educational, recreational, and cultural needs of all the citizens of Portland and the surrounding communities. Specifically, the Children’s Librarian is responsible for the development of children’s, adult makerspace, and outreach programming.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares, and executes a variety of library programming including: After School Program, Toddler Time, Makerspace, Summer Reading Program, Book-a-Palooza, and Outreach Programs
• Coordinates with other library staff for programming topics, needs, and planning.
• Works with Friends of the Library and others to secure funds for programs. Applies for grants, maintains all expenditure documentation and prepares all reports for grantors.
• Welcomes patrons, helping them complete their tasks, and assisting them with donations.
• Answers phones and assists front desk staff with check-in and check-out of items.
• Assists with Spanish-speaking patrons.
• Provides library group tours.
• Assists staff with technical issues and troubleshooting.
• Assesses current children’s collection and systematically selects new and popular materials.
• Replaces damaged or out-of-date materials.
• Works with Circulation Team to formulate materials selection strategies.
• Places book orders for selected materials.
• Mentors entry-level and part-time professional and para-professional staff.
• Attends meetings as directed.
• Conducts presentations as instructed.
• Administers close-out of registers and prepares weekly deposits.
• Attends webinars, workshops, and conferences, establishing a network of professional colleagues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Background Investigation

This position is subject to the City of Portland’s Background Investigation and Drug Testing Policy. New hires are required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States per Federal law.

Equal Opportunity Statement

THE CITY OF PORTLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Benefits

The City of Portland offers a generous benefits package that includes paid health, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Portland is a TMRS City at 7%, 2:1 match. Optional 457, Roth IRA and Cafeteria Plans available.

Qualifications

Requires a Master’s degree in Library Sciences or related field, and three (3) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.