Teen and Adult Services Librarian - Deep End Talent Strategies

At the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of the communities in Zionsville and Whitestown, Indiana. Our team is at the forefront of library services, embracing modern technologies, creating innovative amenities, and delivering personalized, up-to-date programs. We foster collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and entertainment throughout our community. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Team members are assigned a “primary library location” to provide consistency for their day-to-day work-life. There will be times that team members are asked to assist at their non-primary location or at community events. This position's assigned primary library location is at the Zionsville Library.

The Teen and Adult Services Librarian at Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library is responsible for developing, promoting, and implementing diverse programs and services for teens and adults in the community. The librarian works to foster a love of reading, support lifelong learning, and create a welcoming environment where teens and adults can explore their interests, access resources, and participate in community events. This role involves active collaboration with library staff, local organizations, and patrons to enhance the library's services and collections for these age groups.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Programming and Outreach:
   • Plan, organize, and implement engaging programs for teens and adults, including book clubs, workshops, tech classes, author events, and other diverse, educational and recreational programs.
   • Assist with outreach efforts to connect with local schools, community groups, and organizations, fostering partnerships that support library services for teens and adults.
   • Lead library tours, orientations, and special events to promote services and resources.
   • Collaborate with the youth services department to provide transitional programming for older children who are moving into teen services.
2. Collection Development:
   • Curate and maintain a collection of books, media, and digital resources tailored to the interests and needs of teens and adults.
   • Monitor usage patterns and assess the relevance of materials to ensure the collection remains current, diverse, and responsive to community needs.
3. Readers' Advisory and Reference Services:
   • Provide readers' advisory services, helping teens and adults discover books and resources aligned with their interests.
   • Offer reference and research assistance in person, over the phone, and online, helping patrons locate information using both physical and digital resources.
   • Assist with tech support for patrons using library computers, e-books, databases, and other digital services.
4. Technology and Digital Literacy:
   • Promote digital literacy by teaching patrons how to use e-readers, tablets, library databases, and other digital tools.
   • Develop and lead workshops that teach digital skills, including using library resources like Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy and others.
   • Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends to keep the library's digital services relevant and effective.
5. Supervision and Training:
   • Supervise teen volunteers and assist with training staff or volunteers in programming, outreach, and collection development responsibilities.
   • Work with staff to ensure effective program execution, providing leadership and guidance as necessary.
6. Marketing and Promotion:
   • Collaborate with the marketing team to promote library programs and services through social media, newsletters, and local media outlets.
   • Create engaging displays, flyers, and online content to highlight teen and adult programming, collections, and events.
7. Administrative and Miscellaneous Duties:
   • Maintain statistical records of programs, circulation, and attendance, and assist with report generation for the department.
   • Assist with grant writing and fundraising efforts aimed at enhancing services for teens and adults.
   • Participate in professional development and attend library meetings and conferences to stay current with trends in teen and adult library services.
   • Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Maintain  required  certification. Track and maintain records of earned continuing education credits (LEUs)
• Effectively manage department, patron and personal work emails by replying to requests in a timely manner.
• Complete departmental cross-training to provide basic needed coverage in other areas on an as-needed basis.
• Fulfill duties as “Person in Charge (PIC)” during various shifts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficient with technology, including library databases, digital resources, social media platforms and computers, tablets and cell phones
• Ability to work with and handle ambiguity.

 Education and Experience: 

• Required: Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program or near completion of the degree.
• Required: Indiana Public Library Librarian Certification Level 3 or above (or the ability to attain a temporary permit or certification within six months).
• Required: Valid Indiana Driver's License or the ability to attain one within 6 months of hire.
• Previous experience working with teens and adults in a public library or similar setting is preferred but not required.
• Proven track record of developing successful programming and outreach initiatives.
• Familiarity with teen and adult literature, media, and popular culture trends.

 Physical Demands: 

• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate [public service hours, programs, and outreach events.
• Reading, writing, eye-hand coordination, bending, pushing, and pulling, driving, climbing, crawling, lifting items 15-20 pounds, sitting for extended periods.