Youth Services Librarian: Engaging Kids & Teens Programs

sjudlis; Marlborough (CT); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Vacation

Sick time

Personal days

Job summary

The Richmond Memorial Library in Marlborough, CT is seeking a full-time Youth Services Librarian to engage children and teens with vibrant programs and up-to-date resources. The role includes circ desk coverage, collection development for youth, and community outreach.

The ideal candidate holds an MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program, brings energy and creativity, and can collaborate with staff while working independently.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program is required.
• Energetic, imaginative, customer-service oriented.
• Experience planning programming for children and teens.

Responsibilities

• Cover circulation desk and manage youth collections.
• Order children's and teen materials and create displays.
• Organize passive programming and take-home kits.
• Lead interactive storytimes and plan additional youth programs.
• Partake in community outreach and professional development.
• Oversee teen volunteers and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Children's lit knowledge

Customer service

Tech skills

Communication

Budgeting

Teamwork

Program planning

Education

MLS/MLIS

Tools

Polaris

Job description

The Richmond Memorial Library in Marlborough, CT is seeking a full-time Youth Services Librarian to engage children and teens with vibrant programs and up-to-date resources. The role includes circ desk coverage, collection development for youth, and community outreach.

The ideal candidate holds an MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program, brings energy and creativity, and can collaborate with staff while working independently.