Community Programs & Outreach Librarian

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Boston is seeking a Librarian for neighborhood programming and outreach, coordinating services at the branch and off-site locations. You will plan and implement programs for adults, young adults, and children, and work with community groups and city agencies to extend library services into the neighborhood.

Applicants should hold a Master's in Library Science and have two years of professional library experience with a strong track record in public programming, along with digital

Qualifications

• Two years of professional library experience with substantial public programming.
• Knowledge of broad-based library programming practices and current trends in youth and adult services.
• Excellent knowledge of online communications and social networking tools.

Responsibilities

• Assists with day-to-day branch operations and leads programs at the branch and off-site locations.
• Develops, plans, and implements library programs for adults, young adults, and children through consultations, reference, and outreach.
• Collaborates with community groups and city agencies to expand library services in the neighborhood and beyond.

Skills

Public programming

Community outreach

Event planning

Collaboration

Effective communication

Creative thinking

Education

Master's in Library Science

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Publisher

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

City of Boston is seeking a Librarian for neighborhood programming and outreach, coordinating services at the branch and off-site locations. You will plan and implement programs for adults, young adults, and children, and work with community groups and city agencies to extend library services into the neighborhood.

Applicants should hold a Master's in Library Science and have two years of professional library experience with a strong track record in public programming, along with digital