Gallatin Public Library of Sumner County Children's Services Librarian

Sumner County, TN•Gallatin, TN

34d•$39,000

About The Position

The Gallatin Public Library of Sumner County is seeking a dynamic, sociable, and community-focused Children's Services Librarian. This full-time position is responsible for planning and delivering engaging library services, programs, and collections for children and their families. Reporting to the Library Director, the Children's Librarian plays a vital role in promoting creativity, literacy, and community connection.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children in a library or educational setting
Valid Tennessee Driver's License required
Familiarity with standard library equipment including computers, printers, scanners, and phones

Nice To Haves

Masters in Library Science (MLS) preferred

Responsibilities

Create, plan, organize, promote, and present a wide variety of age-appropriate programs and events for children and families, both in-person and off-site.
Coordinate and implement the annual Summer Reading Program, including budgeting, performer scheduling, reward tracking, and event promotion.
Develop and maintain a diverse and relevant children's collection of print, digital, and visual materials. Creatively market and display materials; evaluate, weed, and make purchasing recommendations as needed.
Oversee daily operations of the Children's Department, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming space.
Provide excellent customer service by assisting children and caregivers with locating materials, using resources, and developing information literacy skills.
Represent the library in a professional, unbiased, and positive manner; maintain a welcoming attitude and refrain from sharing personal beliefs.
Build and maintain cooperative relationships with library staff, patrons, local schools, educators, and child-serving organizations.
Maintain accurate program and department usage statistics.
Stay current on trends in children's services by attending relevant conferences, trainings, and webinars.
Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of patrons and coworkers.
Adhere to and help enforce all library and county policies and procedures.
Prioritize tasks, manage time efficiently, and meet established deadlines.
Perform other duties as assigned to support daily library operations, including circulation or reference desk duties, opening/closing procedures, and physically demanding tasks such as bending, lifting up to 25 pounds, and occasional outdoor programming.