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Children’s Librarian, Philbrick-James Library, Deerfield, NH

Description:

The Philbrick-James Library in bucolic Deerfield, New Hampshire, is seeking an enthusiastic individual to serve our community as Children’s Librarian. This is a full-time (40 hours weekly), benefitted position, with a yearly compensation of $35,000. Position is open until filled. Some evening and weekend hours required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plans and presents creative and engaging programs for youth aged birth to teen; with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusivity.
  • Readers’ advisory, reference, and other professional library services to youth and their caregivers.
  • Supports literacy learning for youth and their families.
  • Evaluates and develops youth collections and programming resources.
  • Maintains current knowledge of children’s and young adult literature, popular culture, programming developments and related library services and resources.
  • Works with a small library team.
  • Seeks input from children/teens, parents and others who work with youth to ensure the Library’s offerings meet the needs of our community.
  • Participates in collaborative efforts with other town departments and area organizations.
  • Staffs circulation desk as needed.
  • Regularly required to drive a car, and to move, bend, reach and lift boxes of books.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Requirements:

  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are essential.
  • Strong customer service skills imperative.

Education Requirements:

  • Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program preferred. A suitable combination of education and experience will also be considered.

How to Apply:

Please submit resume, cover letter, and three references to
[email protected], or Philbrick-James Library, 4 Church Street, Deerfield, NH 03037 Attn: Candace Yost