Librarian II – Head of Youth Services (Cornwall Public Library)

RCLS; Town of Cornwall (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornwall Public Library in New York seeks a Librarian II – Head of Youth Services to lead programs for preschool and school-age children, select materials, and oversee cataloging.

Under the Library Director, you will supervise staff, collaborate with schools, and promote children's services through outreach and public speaking.

The position requires an MLS and NYS Public Librarian certificate, with salary ranging from $52,890 to $75,348 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• MLS from an ALA-accredited program plus two years of professional library experience.
• At least one year in children’s services.
• Possession of a New York State Public Librarian certificate.
• Ability to work with children individually and in groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run programs for preschool and school-age children.
• Select materials and assist with cataloging.
• Coordinate with schools and agencies on children’s programs.
• Prepare book lists and assist with borrowing materials.
• Supervise clerical tasks and staff.
• Speak to groups about children’s programs.

Skills

Public speaking

Reference services

Community outreach

Staff supervision

Bibliographical tools

Education

MLS in Library Science

Tools

Automated library systems

Job description

Librarian II – Head of Youth Services (Cornwall Public Library)

Cornwall Public Library has an opening for a Librarian II – Head of Youth Services

The work involves responsibility for planning and directing library programs for pre-school and school-age children including programming, selecting materials, cataloging, etc. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Library Director with wide leeway permitted for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out professional activities. Supervision will be exercised over the work of subordinate librarians, library assistants and clerical personnel. Does related work as required.

DUTIES:

• Plans, prepares and carries out a variety of programs for pre-school and school-age children;
• Reads critical book reviews and related library literature for purchase of circulating material;
• Compiles bibliographies of children’s books, magazines and other literature or audio-visual material;
• Assesses material for classification and cataloging;
• Plans and writes newspaper, radio and handout releases;
• Meets with school and agency officials to develop procedures and materials to meet the needs of children’s programs;
• Prepares book lists for children and assists them in selecting and borrowing materials;
• Directs the maintenance and upkeep of shelves and files;
• Supervises clerical tasks and recommends procedures directly effecting children’s work and programs;
• Speaks before professional and community groups on matters pertaining to children’s programs;
• Keeps informed of professional developments through attendance at professional organizations, meetings, workshops, continuing education courses, etc. and reading professional journals;
• Answers reference questions; performs information/referral services;
• Understands the functions and capabilities of automated library services and may perform data entry and information retrieval.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of bibliographical tools, sources, and children’s literature; good knowledge of library methods and procedures; ability to carry out library policies; ability to work with children on an individual and group basis; ability to comprehend children’s needs quickly and accurately; ability to meet people and participate effectively in the cultural and intellectual activities of the community; ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; ability to carry out assignments independently; initiative in making constructive suggestions for improvements in services and collections; tact; courtesy; good judgement; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Master’s degree in Library Science or Library Information Science from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the New York State Education Department as following accepted education practices and two (2) years of professional library experience subsequent to MLS, one (1) year of which shall have been in the area of children’s services.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a New York State Public Librarian’s professional certificate at the time of application. Must be reachable on the Civil Service list.

Salary $52,890 – $75,348 depending on qualifications.