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The Pauline Haass Public Library is seeking a creative, self-motivated, patron-focused individual to provide library services to teens and adults. The ideal candidate enjoys connecting with teens, building relationships with community partners, and interacting with patrons of all ages; embraces the dynamic nature of public service; is comfortable both with current technologies and learning new ones; projects a helpful, welcoming personality, and is well organized. An ALA accredited MLS or MLIS or equivalent coursework is required. This full-time position is for 40 hours per week, and is open due to a promotion.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: customer service at the adult reference desk, planning and execution of teen programming and outreach, assistance with adult programming and outreach, collection development, cataloging, technology troubleshooting and instruction for patrons and staff, and creation of marketing materials and displays. We’re looking for someone who is a team player but also comfortable with independent decision making, who takes initiative to increase the library’s value to the community, who can effectively and tactfully enforce library policies, and who desires to be an active participant in the organization.
For more information about the library, see our website: www.phplonline.org
Additional information about this position:
The Adult & Teen Services Librarian serves the residents of Sussex and its surrounding areas. This individual helps to staff the adult services desk along with two other full-time staff members and additional staff coverage, generally working one night each week and every fourth weekend. In addition to leading teen programming and collection efforts, this individual contributes to the collection and programming efforts of the Adult Services team. During weekend/evening shifts and as needed, this position assumes Librarian-in-Charge duties. This position is supervised by the Assistant Director/Adult & Teen Services Manager.
Required:
ALA accredited MLS or MLIS or equivalent
At least one year customer service experience, with public library experience strongly preferred
Enthusiasm for teen services
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a positive attitude
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and assume ownership of the role
Preferred:
Experience planning and presenting programs
Cataloging experience
Graphic design skills
Experience working with teens
The full job description for this position is available here. The starting salary for this position is $46,280-50,200 DOE with a strong benefits package.
To apply, submit the following to Assistant Director Jennie Bahnaman by email at [email protected] by close of business July 5, 2023:
letter of interest
resume
application form (may reference resume where appropriate)
3 professional references |
