Youth Services Librarian, Cotuit Library, Barnstable, MA
Posted June 23, 2020
Description:
The Cotuit Library, an independent, 501(C)(3) non-profit library, seeks a creative, flexible and tech savvy individual to serve as Youth Services Librarian. The ideal candidate will be prepared to create a robust array of virtual opportunities for patrons during this period of limited in-person service and determine how to incorporate and adapt such program.
Statement of Duties:
- Plans, organizes and implements in-Library and outreach programs for children ages birth to 17, including story hours, reading clubs, maker programs and intergenerational events.
- Develops these programs in collaboration with local schools and preschools, various community groups and other Library and local network staff.
- Recruits, trains, supervises and develops projects for Children’s Room volunteers.
- Maintains current knowledge of children’s and young adult literature, film and music, popular digital technologies, programming developments and related library services and resources.
- Seeks input from children/teens, parents and others who work with youth to ensure the Library’s offerings meet the needs of our community.
- Pursues grant funding opportunities in collaboration with the Library’s Marketing Coordinator to support programs.
- Uses social media, the Library’s website and print materials in collaboration with the Marketing Coordinator to publicize programs and expand the Library’s audience.
- Provides instruction on information literacy and the use of Library resources and new technologies.
- Selects materials for acquisition and weeding.
- Manages a budget for children’s and young adult materials and programs.
- Youth Services Librarian assists patrons of all ages with circulation services and in using Library resources as needed.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of children’s literature, information technology and principles/practices of library work.
- A Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science is highly preferred, but a combination of relevant education and library experience serving children and young adults may be considered.
Other Information:
This is a part-time, 20 hours per week position. Compensation is $19 per hour. Benefits package with subsidized health insurance through the Town of Barnstable.
How to Apply:
The original posting can be found here. Appointment to this position is contingent on satisfactory results of a CORI and SORI background check. Please email resumes to Library Director Antonia Stephens at [email protected].