YPL Children's Services Librarian
About The Position
The YPL Children's Services Librarian performs professional public service work supporting the YPL/Children’s Services Department at a regional or branch library, under the general supervision of the assigned Department Head. The role exercises supervision over lower-level staff and may directly supervise assigned subordinate staff. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, FLSA-exempt position at the Windmill Library. The listed schedule is Saturday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:15 a.m. to 6:15 p.m., and Wednesday from 11:15 a.m. to 8:15 p.m.; the schedule may change according to Library District needs. The annual pay range is $72,911.06 to $97,707.81, with pay typically beginning toward the entry of the range and eligibility for annual merit and cost-of-living increases. Relocation reimbursement of up to $2,500 is available for relocation of more than 100 miles.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association.
- One year of customer service experience in a library or academic setting working with adults, children, and/or teens, based on the area of assignment.
- Possess, or have the ability to obtain by the time of hire, a valid Nevada driver’s license.
- Complete the Library District’s Person-in-Charge (PIC) Training before starting or complete core PIC Training within six months of assuming the position.
- Complete District-provided AED/CPR certification within six months of assuming the position and maintain current certification while in a covered position.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
- Knowledge of public library principles, practices, and techniques; current literature, trends, and developments in library science relevant to the assigned area; effective supervisory principles and methods; and instructional principles and program development.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, stooping, and some lifting and carrying of objects weighing 20–50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Documented coursework or certification in the area of assignment, such as children’s, teens’, or adults’ services.
- One year of public library experience working with adults, children, and/or teens, based on the area of assignment.
Responsibilities
- Supervise assigned staff, including performance coaching and management, career counseling and development, and conflict resolution.
- Assist with collection maintenance and development, including reviewing reading materials, ordering library materials, and weeding collections for the assigned department.
- Maintain compliance with District, branch, and department policies and procedures, and explain them to customers and staff.
- Help plan, coordinate, and assign outreach and library programming.
- Exercise decision-making skills.
- Conduct miscellaneous meetings and training sessions at sites throughout the District.
- Help maintain a safe environment for customers and staff.
- Attend and participate in professional association meetings and seminars.
- Maintain knowledge of sources and availability of current information and research techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
- 14 paid holidays and one additional floating holiday per year.
- Paid vacation of 18 days per year and sick time of 12 days per year.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Relocation reimbursement of up to $2,500 for relocation of more than 100 miles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
