Librarian II: Community Programs & Outreach Leader

State; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boston Public Library, Fields Corner Branch, seeks a Generalist Librarian II to deliver professional library services within an urban setting, applying substantial knowledge to support diverse patrons.

You will oversee readers’ advisory, reference work, outreach, and programming, build community relationships, manage collections and budgets, train staff, and contribute to system-wide committees.

Qualifications

• MLS/Master's degree in library science is required.
• Two (2) years of professional library experience or equivalent.
• Broad knowledge of library policies, practices, and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of popular book and non-book materials, including bibliographic tools and sources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of programming techniques.
• Demonstrated interest in community and library work.
• Ability to develop strong, interactive community relationships.
• Ability to assume responsibility and to carry out assignments independently.
• Proven oral and written communication skills and web/database searching experience.
• Ability to work well with staff and the public; tact and courtesy.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Initiates, develops, plans, and implements the Library’s programs of service through consultations, reference, readers’ advisory services, and outreach.
• Develops interactive relationships within the neighborhood to stimulate use of the Library’s resources.
• Plans and conducts comprehensive programming for assigned segments of the general public.
• Works with staff to develop and support outreach services for all ages and identify neighborhood populations.
• Performs readers’ advisory services and difficult reference work for the general public.
• Provides instruction to improve patrons’ skills in using book resources and electronic databases.
• Manages program funds as assigned.
• Responsible for development of assigned book collections and budget management.
• Compiles annotated lists and bibliographies of book and non-book materials.
• Recommends and/or plans changes in service or new services.
• Oral presentations and written reports on assigned activities within the branch.
• Assists in training professional and non-professional staff.
• May manage day-to-day branch operations in absence of Branch Librarian.
• Participates in system-wide committees, training, and professional activities.
• May represent the Library on city-wide and state-wide committees.
• Performs other related and/or comparable duties as assigned.

Skills

Public service

Community relations

Reference services

Bibliographic tools

Programming

Communication skills

Internet searching

Education

MLS/Masters in Library Science

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Boston Public Library, Fields Corner Branch, seeks a Generalist Librarian II to deliver professional library services within an urban setting, applying substantial knowledge to support diverse patrons.

You will oversee readers’ advisory, reference work, outreach, and programming, build community relationships, manage collections and budgets, train staff, and contribute to system-wide committees.