Senior Children's Librarian – Family Programs Lead

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County seeks a Children’s Librarian 2 for the Main Library Children’s Department. You will provide reference services, lead Family Place Parent-Child Workshops, supervise staff, assist with daily operations, and develop engaging children’s programs.

Responsibilities include coordinating with schools and partners, planning Storytimes and STEAM activities, and promoting library programs while ensuring a welcoming, safe environment at the Main Library.

Qualifications

• MLS from an ALA-accredited program with two years of professional library experience.
• Strong knowledge of children’s library materials and reference techniques.
• Experience supervising staff and managing daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service including reference assistance and readers’ advisory.
• Coordinate and run Family Place Parent-Child Workshops and early childhood programs.
• Supervise assigned staff, including training, coaching, and workload review.
• Assist manager with daily operations and ensure a welcoming environment.
• Manage staffing coverage for public service areas and follow policies.
• Support collection development for the Children’s division at Main Library.
• Plan and deliver Storytimes, STEAM activities, and other family programming.
• Coordinate with schools and community partners for outreach and visits.
• Respond to virtual reference inquiries and library concierge requests.
• Create promotional materials and social media content for programs.
• Assist with circulation duties and maintain orderly materials.
• Participate in department meetings and special events planning.

Skills

Knowledge of library methods

Knowledge of Children’s library items

Knowledge of reference techniques

Experience supervising staff

Knowledge of opening/closing processes

Fluent bilingual language skills

Education

MLS / Master’s in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

Job description

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County seeks a Children’s Librarian 2 for the Main Library Children’s Department. You will provide reference services, lead Family Place Parent-Child Workshops, supervise staff, assist with daily operations, and develop engaging children’s programs.

Responsibilities include coordinating with schools and partners, planning Storytimes and STEAM activities, and promoting library programs while ensuring a welcoming, safe environment at the Main Library.