Children's Librarian

CLARKSTON INDEPENDENCE DISTRICT LIBRARY•Clarkston, MI

14h•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Children's Librarian will be responsible for initiating, planning, and conducting a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by children and teens. This role also involves providing reference services, assisting with school programming, developing collections, and promoting collections through displays. The position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including afternoons, evenings, and some weekends.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or significant completion thereof
Professional and enthusiastic attitude towards providing public library service to patrons of all ages
Experience working with children ages 5-18
A desire to serve the public in a positive manner
Familiarity with popular reading materials and genre collections
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Familiarity with electronic databases and MeL resources
Ability to lift, push and/or pull at least 20 pounds
Flexibility to work varied hours

Responsibilities

Initiates, plans, and conducts a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by children and teens
Provide quick and accurate reference services for patrons of all ages & abilities
Assisting the School Outreach Coordinator, help with off-site and on-site school programming for all ages.
Responsible for development of assigned collections
Promotion of collections through creation of displays
Must be available to work afternoon, evening, and some weekend shifts
Perform other library duties as assigned