Programs & Community 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

Performs any and all phases of work in support of neighborhood programming and outreach services in library and non-library locations.

Reports to: Branch Librarian or ranking staff member.

Supervises: As assigned, professional and support staff.

• Assists with day-to-day operations at the branch, including programming at the branch and at off-site locations.
• Initiates, develops, plans, and implements the Library’s programs of services to adults, young adults, and children as assigned through personal consultations, reference and readers’ advisory, outreach, and programs at the branch and at off-site locations.
• Works with administrators and staff at the branch to develop, deploy, and support outreach services for all ages and to identify service populations in the neighborhood.
• Collaborates with community groups, city agencies, non-profits, and others to bring high-quality programming and services out into the community. Offers library services and programs at non-library locations.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external partners. Works with appropriate staff to procure materials necessary for successful programs. Facilitates payment for performers and presenters and manages program funds as assigned.
• Provides professional staff support for outreach events at BPL locations and/or locations throughout the neighborhood.
• Works with administration and branch staff to evaluate outreach services.
• Provides instruction to patrons in the use of technology and library resources.
• Responsible for the development of assigned book collections and manages the appropriate materials budget.
• Recommends and/or plans changes in service or new services.
• Assists in training professional and nonprofessional staff.
• Works on public service desks as assigned.
• Assumes responsibility for administering program funds, as assigned.
• As assigned, represents the Library at local and national conferences.
• Makes oral and written reports and presentations on activities at the branch and other non-library locations.
• Actively participates in system-wide committees, training, and other professional activities.
• Represents the Library on city-wide and state-wide committees, as assigned.
• Performs other related and comparable duties as assigned.

• Education – Bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university and a master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited library school. Two (2) years of professional library experience, including substantial experience in public programming.
• Experience – Significant experience with youth and adult programming. Knowledge of broad-based library programming practices, including current trends in youth and adult services. Excellent knowledge of online communications and social networking tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Publisher, Power Point, and Excel. Familiarity with and interest in a broad range of social networking and online collaboration tools.

• Ability to execute library policy.
• Ability to plan programs in collaboration and with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates initiative and independent decision-making skills.
• Communicates effectively and presents ideas clearly.
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively.
• Identifies, plans, and prioritizes job responsibilities and tasks; determines and implements project timelines.
• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to collaborate with library staff, external partners, and resources.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Requirements –Some evening and weekend hours consistent with branch hours. Weekly schedule varies based on scheduled programs and events. Ability to travel to BPL locations as well as to off-site locations.

CORI & SORI CHECKS REQUIRED
BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

Terms:

Union/Salary Plan/Grade: PSA/P-2

Hours per week: 35