The New York Public Library is hiring: Children's Librarian - 53rd Street Librar

Overview

The Library is seeking a Children’s Librarian to empower children from infant through pre-teen to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. The Library aims to transform neighborhood libraries into centers of educational innovation and service and vital community hubs.

Location: 53rd Street Library. Department: Branch Libraries. Compensation: $70,393 / year.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media, and digital resources
• Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop and facilitate innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading, including storytimes, early literacy programs, visual and performing arts programming, STEM programs, and summer reading events, in-library and in the community
• Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Children’s collection, ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant, and meets community needs
• Engages children with the collection to follow their interests and discover new ones
• Conducts outreach and develops partnerships with community organizations, schools, daycare centers, and groups that target children to promote the library’s services and resources
• Encourages digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to children
• Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, and Instagram
• Maintains the layout and appearance of the children’s space to be safe and inviting
• Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children’s programs
• Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures
• May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Managing Librarian
• Maintains knowledge of trends in children's literature and youth services through webinars, trainings, and professional reading
• Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies
• Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York

Required Skills

• Strong commitment to public service and ability to work with a diverse patronage
• Experience creating and conducting innovative programs for Children and their parents/caregivers
• Knowledge and appreciation of children’s literature and related resources
• Experience developing, maintaining and marketing Children’s collections
• Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools
• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Strong organization and planning skills with ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google applications, and familiarity with e-readers
• Familiarity with online searching, social media, and reference resources

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities

• May temporarily oversee the library in the absence of the Library Manager

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of emerging library technologies and programming trends for children in urban public libraries is preferred

Core Values

All team members are expected to embody the NYPL Core Values:

• Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
• Be Resourceful in solving problems
• Be Curious in all aspects of your work
• Be Welcoming and Inclusive

Work Environment

• Public service library

Physical Duties

• Light lifting/moving required
• Remain in stationary positions for periods of time
• Daily use of a computer

Physical Required?

No

Union

Local 1930

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule

35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours

Salary Statement: The New York Public Library is committed to pay transparency. Salary decisions consider factors including requirements, experience, education, and internal equity. Union salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreements.

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Libraries