Teen Services Librarian - Town of Westwood

TEEN SERVICES LIBRARIAN

WESTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Westwood Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and technically savvy professional to provide high-quality library services for teens and young adults, as well as the general public. The position is full time, benefit eligible, and reports directly to the Director of Youth Services.

Responsibilities Include the Following:

• Develops Reader’s Advisory for teens and young adults; prepares booklists and book displays. Designs and implements Summer Reading program for teens and young adults.
• Engages in advocacy, outreach and collection development consistent with provision of college preparatory skills and identification of 21^st century skills for Westwood youth.
• Effectively delivers instruction in computer, e-reader, tablet and smart phone use. Serves as instructional resource for library research tools and the Public Access Catalog. Provides basic troubleshooting for public computers.
• Develops assigned collections; makes purchases, plans shelving, advertises via displays and lists both in print and electronically; weeds collections and may assist in cataloging library materials.
• Assists patrons of all ages in locating information and materials in the library, Minuteman Library Network, other libraries or online.
• Manages the Young Adult budget and incorporates new genres as budget allows. Seeks and applies for grant funding.
• Organizes and promotes a variety of weekly and monthly teen programs and events.
• Coordinates Teen Advisory Board; recruits members and manages outreach, publicity and programming activities.
• Partners with schools, community groups, agencies and non-profits that focus on youth so as to plan and deliver programs and services that address teens’ needs and interests.
• Works closely with school librarians and teachers to provide reserve and reference collections for school assignments.
• Serves on internal committees to contribute to the broader vision of the library that may include Communication, Programming, Bookmobile.
• Oversees portions of the library’s website; maintains Westwood Public Library teen online presence and social media.
• Evening and weekend work required.

Qualifications and Experience: M.L.S. from an A.L.A.-accredited institution and a minimum of one year of progressively responsible experience in library operations. Proven track record working with teenagers, particularly in a library and/or school setting. Thorough knowledge of library principles and procedures; solid understanding of technology and social media. Excellent public relations and research skills. Self-starter who requires minimal supervision; flexible and an enthusiastic team player.

Salary and Benefits: Hourly range of $30.73 - $38.38 in ten steps. This is a full-time, 35-hour-per-week position offering an attractive benefit package with generous vacation allowance.

To Apply: Please include a resume and cover letter. Resumes will be reviewed as received.