CHILDREN'S LIBRARIAN

City of Weslaco • Weslaco, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to supervise the children's services team, maintain the children's book collection, creates programs and plans community events. This job works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Library Science or related discipline.
• Two years of professional library or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Plans, coordinates, and manages special events, special projects and one-time initiatives.
• Manages programming and planning; organizes events and calendars, plan and implements all Children's programs and activities.
• Manages and maintains Children's collection of materials; assists with budget and long-range planning; assists in seeking funding.
• Manages the children's area.
• Conducts outreach and represent the library at community events.
• Tracks program attendance, maintain records and assist with reporting.
• Performs related work as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level