Children’s Librarian – Librarian I at Somers Library

METRO | 599; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A library in Somers, New York, is seeking a dedicated Children's Librarian to engage with children and caregivers, develop dynamic programming, and manage the Children’s Room. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Library and Information Studies and a passion for children's literature and public service.

Qualifications

• Must be reachable on the Westchester County Civil Service List for Librarian I.
• Strong commitment to public service and library advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference and advisory services for children and caregivers.
• Create and provide programming for children.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Children’s Room.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies

Tools

Canva

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Evergreen

Job description

The Somers Library, situated in lovely Reis Park in Somers, New York, seeks a customer-oriented and enthusiastic Children’s Librarian to fill a current vacancy. This person will be working directly with the Head of Children’s Services. We are looking for someone that will:

• Provide enthusiastic reference and reader’s advisory for children from birth to fifth grade and their caregivers.

• Create and provide dynamic programming for children from birth to fifth grade.

• Maintain a working knowledge and love of children’s literature.

• Collection Development: Maintain the material collection of the Children’s Room, including purchasing and weeding the collections.

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Children’s Room, which includes maintaining the Children’s section of the website.

• Work collaboratively with supervisor and library staff to ensure that the library runs smoothly and that policies and procedures are followed. • Work collaboratively with other town entities, such as the Somers School District, Somers Historical Society, and more on projects that will enhance the quality of living in the Town of Somers.

• Fill in at the Adult Reference and Circulation Desks when necessary.

• Knowledge of Evergreen a plus.

• Knowledge of Canva, Microsoft office, Google Workspace and e-resources.

Required Qualifications:

• An ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies.

• Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to handle detail orientated work

• Must have commitment to public service and library advocacy.

• The ability to multitask on a variety of duties at once. • Must be reachable on the Westchester County Civil Service List for Librarian I