Children's Librarian — Lead Engaging Programs & Outreach

Mecklenburg County; North Carolina; On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library seeks a Children’s Librarian for Mountain Island Library in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on programming for children 0–11, outreach, collection management, and community collaboration.

It includes duties as Manager on Duty and requires an MLS and public library experience. The position is full-time with the possibility of evening shifts and a salary range of $54,361.60 to $67,952.00, reflecting education and experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
• NC Public Library certification required or must be obtained within 12 months of hires.
• Minimum of two years of public library experience.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement programming for children’s audiences.
• Assist in collection management and outreach activities.
• Serve as Manager on Duty and support location manager.
• Respond to reference questions and readers' advisory requests.
• Collaborate with staff, schools and community organizations to support library mission.

Skills

Customer service

Reference interviews

Communication

Volunteer coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Library science (ALA-accredited)

Job description

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library seeks a Children’s Librarian for Mountain Island Library in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on programming for children 0–11, outreach, collection management, and community collaboration.

It includes duties as Manager on Duty and requires an MLS and public library experience. The position is full-time with the possibility of evening shifts and a salary range of $54,361.60 to $67,952.00, reflecting education and experience.