Librarian I - Young Adult/Teen Services

JOB DESCRIPTION: Full-time vacancy available for an energetic, team-oriented Librarian with a strong public service commitment. Provide library service and programming for and with young adults and those who work with young adults. Constant contact and collaboration with young adults (ages 11-18) including those with diverse backgrounds and abilities. 

DUTIES:

• Conducts regular community needs assessments to identify teen needs, in order to create tailored services and programs to address identified needs.
• Provides prompt, courteous and direct assistance to all patrons with basic information regarding use of library materials, equipment, and services.
• Ensures the library's collections include relevant print and digital resources aimed at the specific interests and needs of the teens in the community.
• Curates content, including digital resources and special collections, for and with teen patrons, based on teen needs and interests.
• Adopts a connected learning approach to presenting programs, classes and events for and with teens so that they educate, inform and inspire.
• Plans, implements and evaluates library programs and services which fulfill the diverse educational, recreational and personal needs of local teens.
• Instructs teens and caregivers in information gathering, research skills and digital literacy skills.
• Leverages community experts, coaches and mentors for services and programs in order to meet teen need and interests
• Adopts a community engagement mindset and develops and maintains effective relationships with schools, community groups, agencies and non-profits that target youth in order to plan and deliver programs and services that meet local teen needs and interests.
• As opportunities arise, educate the public about the value of public libraries and the profession. Creatively promote library services and the profession.
• Coordinates daily activities of staff and volunteers assigned to teen services.
• Takes a leadership role in developing, implementing and evaluating the overall teen services program.
• Attends and participates in professional library conferences, seminars, and network committees; reads professional literature; attends and participates in staff meeting discussions.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

• MIS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program required. 
• One or more years of professional experience in a library setting preferred.
• Experience in working for and with young adults (ages 11 to 18).

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of developmental, recreational and educational needs of young adults.
• Knowledge of current trends in library services for and with young adults.
• Knowledge of standard library procedures, current information technology, Internet and database search capabilities.
• Knowledge of connected learning and ability to design programs that embed connected learning principles.
• Knowledge of best practices in teen services, including guidelines and standards published by ALA, YALSA and other recognized organizations.
• Knowledge of best practices in community assessment and engagement.
• Knowledge of effective practices in evaluation and outcomes measurement.
• Cultural competence skills.

ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively with others, orally and in writing, including through email.
• Ability to identify and translate young adult needs and interests into effective library services and programs.
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, patrons, user groups, community organizations, volunteer groups and to serve the public courteously.
• Able to recognize and set priorities, and to use initiative and independent judgment in a variety of situations.
• Able to learn and stay current with emerging technology, including digital media.

The position requires one weeknight per week and one Saturday per month. 

Starting salary $60,073.52, depending upon qualifications. Membership in NYS Retirement system. Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage, paid holidays, and generous PTO included, as well as optional employee-funded membership in Aflac, 403B, and NYS Deferred Comp plans.

Interested parties should send an email with qualifications/resume to: eschatoff@pearlriverlibrary.org. No phone calls please. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.