Childrens Librarian- Tremont Library

$68,177 - $68,177/Yr

The New York Public Library - West Bronx, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

West Bronx, NY

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About the position

The Children's Librarian at the Tremont Library is responsible for fostering a love of reading and learning among children in the community. This role involves providing reference services, developing and promoting innovative programs, and maintaining a diverse children's collection. The librarian will engage with children through various activities, collaborate with community organizations, and ensure a welcoming and resourceful environment for young patrons.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference service and resource recommendations using print, media, and digital resources.
• Collaborates with the Educational Services Department to develop, promote, facilitate, present, and evaluate innovative programs for children.
• Partners with the collection development team to build and maintain a diverse and relevant Children's collection.
• Engages children with the collection to help them follow their interests and discover new ones.
• Conducts outreach to community organizations, city support agencies, educational institutions, and local businesses to promote library services and programs.
• Encourages digital literacy and provides technology instruction.
• Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the children's space, ensuring it is safe and inviting.
• Creates content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, and Pinterest.
• Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children's programs.
• Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves, and opening/closing procedures.
• May take responsibility for the facility, staff, and operations in the absence of the Library Manager.
• Maintains knowledge of trends in children's literature and services through various professional development activities.

Requirements

• ALA accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Studies.
• Public Librarian's Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York.
• Strong commitment to public service and ability to work well with a diverse patronage.
• Experience creating and conducting innovative programs for children.
• Knowledge of children's literature and experience maintaining a children's collection.
• Experience building partnerships with local organizations.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google applications, and e-reader devices.
• Knowledge of online searching, social media, reference resources, and databases.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of emerging library technologies and programming trends for children in urban public libraries.
• Spanish language proficiency.