Youth Services Librarian, Mount Pleasant & Knight Memorial Community Libraries of Providence, Providence, RI
Posted November 3, 2022
Description:
CLPVD is looking to hire Youth Services Librarians for our Mount Pleasant and Knight Memorial locations. The ideal candidates will enjoy working with young patrons of all ages and will provide exceptional library service to youth, their families, and educators at schools and community based partners.
Youth Services Librarians will develop and implement programs that foster literacy, creativity, academic success, use of technology, social connection, and connected learning for babies, preschoolers, and school age students (elementary/middle/high school). All Youth Services Librarians will focus on developing and implementing CLPVD’s summer reading program, leading and/or facilitating a diverse range of early learning and afterschool programs, building partnerships with neighborhood schools of all types, and innovating and sustaining the PVD Young Makers program (makerspaces across CLPVD). They will work with the other Youth Services staff and will divide and/or share responsibilities for serving each age group. Successful performance requires strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and a desire to create an open and inclusive library space for diverse users. They are responsible for creating and maintaining the Youth Services area with an open, inviting atmosphere for library users and building a collection that serves as both a mirror and a window into the diverse community CLPVD serves.
At the L-1 or entry level, the new Librarian gains experience and proficiency in providing programs and services for youth, receiving mentoring and support from colleagues and administrators. At the L-2 level, the Youth Services Librarian contributes to system-wide or other innovative initiatives, as well as serving as the lead in the library when the Supervisor is off-site.
Requirements:
- Clear understanding of the mission, vision, and brand promise of Community Libraries of Providence.
- Knowledge of diverse children’s and teen literature; ability to develop a collection catering to community needs and interests.
- Ability to plan, implement, and follow through on independent projects, consistent with the goals and objectives of the Community Libraries.
- Listens to patron needs and shows flexibility and willingness to experiment with new ideas to meet the needs of the community.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, community organizations, and the public.
- Strong desire to work in a team environment and to collaborate inside/outside the library.
- Ability to teach design thinking and support individualized learning.
- Motivated to develop programs and opportunities for youth and adults (parents/guardians and educators) of diverse educational, economic, and cultural backgrounds.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Comfortable working with various technology (i.e. Microsoft programs, Google Docs/Drive).
- Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.
- Willing to travel between library locations, schools, and community based organizations to provide coverage, collaborate on programming, or to do outreach.
Experience and training:
MLS from an ALA accredited library school. A strong background in programming and in providing library services to youth and families from a culturally diverse community is preferred; related experience in a community-based organization will be considered. Fluency in English and Spanish will be prioritized.
Library students who meet the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:
Must be enrolled in an ALA accredited Master’s Program in Library & Information Studies; experience working in a related field, bilingual (Spanish/English), and/or candidates who have completed some graduate credits in library school will be prioritized. Librarians in Training have the opportunity to gain real world experience in an urban library with professional librarian mentors for support. Librarians in Training are paid as specialists until the MLIS degree is completed at which time they will be promoted to Librarian.
How to Apply:
Read more details about the position here: https://www.communitylibrariespvd.org/Youth-Services-Librarians
Send resume, cover letter and three references to:
Maria Melvin, HR Manager, [email protected], (401) 467-2700 x.1606.
Salary: $43,485 annual salary (L1)
$50,290 annual salary (L2)
Hours: Full-time 37.50 hours per week.
Posted: August 25, 2022.
Deadline: Applications accepted until the positions are filled.