Children's Librarian: Creative Programs & Family Outreach

Infodepot; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Infodepot is seeking a Children's Librarian, Grade 23, to create engaging programs for ages 0-12 at our Headquarters Library. You will plan, present, and promote activities that meet community needs and support Early Literacy initiatives.

The role requires a Master’s in Library Science, strong reading interest, excellent communication, and teamwork. Expect to collaborate with schools, manage displays, track statistics, and provide outstanding reader's advisory and technology access.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA library school.
• Knowledge of Children’s Services in a public library.
• Professional library principles, procedures, materials and practices with public library experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with technology.
• Ability to establish deadlines, monitor progress, and work well with a team.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Driver's license valid in the State of South Carolina with the ability to drive to other libraries or community outreach.
• Drug Testing is a part of the library’s hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Plans, presents and promotes creative and innovative programs that meet the needs of children.
• Stays informed of the needs and interests of families and children, birth through age twelve, through library patron interactions.
• Incorporates The Basics Palmetto and Every Child Ready to Read concepts into programs and the environment for children ages 0-5.
• Assist with summer reading planning for children, birth through age twelve, for the library system.
• Supports the work of the Children's Department director, assisting with special projects as needed.
• Assist with planning of school visits and field trip requests.
• Tracks and submits program statistics.
• Participates in maintaining an attractive department including maintaining and promoting collections, displays and signage.
• Provides superior customer service within information requests, reader's advisory questions, computers, digital devices, and other library equipment.
• Remains aware of safety and security issues and takes appropriate action as needed.

Job description

Infodepot is seeking a Children's Librarian, Grade 23, to create engaging programs for ages 0-12 at our Headquarters Library. You will plan, present, and promote activities that meet community needs and support Early Literacy initiatives.

The role requires a Master’s in Library Science, strong reading interest, excellent communication, and teamwork. Expect to collaborate with schools, manage displays, track statistics, and provide outstanding reader's advisory and technology access.