Youth Services Librarian

Batavia Public Library; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

IMRF retirement

457 plan matching

Continuing education

Paid time off

Job summary

Batavia Public Library is seeking a Youth Services Librarian to provide reference and reader's advisory to patrons, and contribute to long-range plans for programs, services, and youth collections.

The role requires MLIS from an ALA-accredited program, at least two years of experience with children and caregivers, and strong technology and communication skills. This is a full-time position in a typical library environment with diverse day/evening/weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program.
• At least two years of relevant experience working with children and caregivers.
• Knowledge of current library trends, methods, practices, and equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of authors, literature, and materials for youth.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work independently.
• Proficient technology skills including Windows, Office, Google Suite, Internet, and adaptable to changing technology.
• Ability to interact with the public and staff in a consistently friendly, helpful, and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate a wide variety of assigned programs and services.
• Maintain collections, including weeding, repairs, and discards.
• Consult professional reviews, select, and/or recommend materials for youth services collections.
• Assist with collection development and analysis of collection and program statistics.
• Continue professional development by attending conferences and workshops to maintain expertise.
• Create book displays and bibliographies.
• Perform all duties in compliance with library policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public service

Communication

Program planning

Team collaboration

Education

MLIS from an ALA-accredited program

ALA-accredited MLIS/MLS equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Youth Services Manager, the Youth Services Librarian is responsible for providing reference and reader’s advisory to library patrons. Provides input in the development and execution of long-range plans for programs, services, and collections for children, parents, caregivers, and families.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate a wide variety of assigned programs and services.
• Maintain collections, including weeding, repairs, and discards.
• Consult professional reviews, select, and/or recommend materials for youth services collections.
• Assist with collection development and analysis of collection and program statistics.
• Continue professional development by attending conferences, workshops, etc. to maintain expertise in appropriate areas.
• Create book displays and bibliographies.
• Perform all duties in compliance with library policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a typical library environment

Salary Range

$24.89-$37.33 per hour

Schedule

Full-time, 37.5 hours/week with day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Flexible schedule depending on department needs

Benefits

The benefits of this position at the Batavia Public Library include:

Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, and Disability

Retirement: IMRF and optional matching 457 plan

Continuing Education Opportunities

Paid Time Off: Holiday, Vacation, Sick, & PTO

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program.
• At least two years of relevant experience working with children and caregivers.
• Knowledge of current library trends, methods, practices, and equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of authors, literature, and materials for youth.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work independently.
• Proficient technology skills, including Microsoft Windows and Office applications, Google Suite applications, Internet, and other specialized computer applications needed to perform the job, and the ability to adapt to changing technology.
• Ability to interact with the public and staff in a consistently friendly, helpful, and professional manner.

Physical Requirements

The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach with hands and arms, kneel or get down on the floor, and climb stools. The ability to push carts of library materials weighing up to 100 pounds and lift materials weighing up to 25 pounds is required.