The New York Public Library is hiring: Children's Librarian - 53rd Street Librar
The New York Public Library, New York, NY, United States
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
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In Summary: 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 . Compensation: $70,393 / year .
En Español: La Biblioteca está buscando un bibliotecario infantil para capacitar a los niños desde la infancia hasta el preadolescencia para que se conviertan en pensadores creativos, lectores entusiastas, investigadores hábiles y usuarios ingeniosos de información. Compensación: $70,393 / año. Responsabilidades Provee servicios de referencia y recomendaciones de recursos utilizando recursos impresos, medios de comunicación y digitales Colabora con el Departamento de Servicios Educativos para la Juventud para desarrollar y facilitar programas innovadores para construir alfabetización y amor a la lectura, incluyendo historias, programas de alfabetismo temprano, programación de artes visuales y escénicas, programas STEM y eventos de lectura en verano, dentro de la biblioteca y en la comunidad Las decisiones sobre salarios tienen en cuenta factores como requisitos, experiencia, educación y equidad interna. Los salarios de la Unión se determinan por acuerdos colectivos.
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
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: 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 . Compensation: $70,393 / year .
En Español: La Biblioteca está buscando un bibliotecario infantil para capacitar a los niños desde la infancia hasta el preadolescencia para que se conviertan en pensadores creativos, lectores entusiastas, investigadores hábiles y usuarios ingeniosos de información. Compensación: $70,393 / año. Responsabilidades Provee servicios de referencia y recomendaciones de recursos utilizando recursos impresos, medios de comunicación y digitales Colabora con el Departamento de Servicios Educativos para la Juventud para desarrollar y facilitar programas innovadores para construir alfabetización y amor a la lectura, incluyendo historias, programas de alfabetismo temprano, programación de artes visuales y escénicas, programas STEM y eventos de lectura en verano, dentro de la biblioteca y en la comunidad Las decisiones sobre salarios tienen en cuenta factores como requisitos, experiencia, educación y equidad interna. Los salarios de la Unión se determinan por acuerdos colectivos.