Librarian I - Youth Services - Main Branch

City of Abilene • Abilene, TX

5d • $52,955 - $63,546 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Youth Services Librarian is responsible for all aspects of programming and services for the youth demographic (birth to eighteen (18) years of age). The position provides age-appropriate programming and other programmatic services to enhance the adoration of reading. Independent judgment, initiative, tact, and courtesy are required. Work evaluation is conducted by review of plans, programs, reports, and in conferences. Exercises direct supervision over paraprofessional, technical, clerical, and volunteer staff.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited college/university is required.
• A valid current Texas driver’s license, the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
• Travel to other branches and outside locations for programs.
• Work evenings and weekends when schedule requires.
• Outreach and other programming may necessitate working outside in seasonal weather conditions as needed.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of experience in the field of children’s literature and/or early childhood education in a public library setting is preferred.
• Training or education that includes an emphasis on childhood or early childhood service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct programs for children from birth through eighteen (18) years of age. Programs occur both inside and outside of the library, and they include regularly scheduled weekly and monthly programs, special events, group tours, puppet shows, visual presentations, etc.
• Exercise basic program production skills including, but not limited to, planning age-appropriate programs for all ages, and implementing and evaluating program success. Knowledge of readers’ advisory for all levels, with emphasis on learning styles for juvenile readers is essential.
• Collaborate with the Technical Service department to maintain a well-organized current children’s materials collection by making recommendations for new and retrospective materials purchases and by purging the collection of obsolete and/or worn materials on a regular basis.
• Provide reference and individual reader’s advisory guidance to children, parents, teachers, and others interested in the resources of the library; identify the characteristics of the children’s service area to make recommendations regarding materials; plan and present necessary programs and services, while detailing all pertinent available resources, both print and electronic.
• Compile, prepare, and maintain reports, records, and statistics. Submit monthly report of library activities to supervisor for distribution to library administration.
• Operate a personal or city vehicle to travel.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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