Teen Services Specialist – Brooks Memorial Library (Brattleboro, VT)

Nature of work:
Perform para-professional work providing a full range of library services. Responsible for all aspects of teen services and space, including programming, collection development, outreach, promotion, drafting policy, and supervision of teen room. Duties involve reference, reader’s advisory, circulation, and the training of youth services clerk staff and volunteers. Maintain Youth Services section of library website. Collaborate with Youth Services Librarian on programming and collection development for children’s room. Provide back-up and/or substitution for children’s programming and reference service when the Youth Services librarian is unavailable. Regularly staff Children’s Room circulation desk.

Work Schedule: Full-time 37.5 hours per week; Monday – Friday including Saturdays in schedule rotation and Friday evenings as required for teen-only programs.
Wages: $21.47 per hour
Supervision Received: Receives supervision from Youth Services Librarian.
Supervision Exercised: None.

Essential Responsibilities:

Empower teens by providing materials, resources, and programming for education, entertainment, and engagement, as outlined in the service priorities of current strategic plan.
Collaborate with Youth Services Librarian to provide support for children’s collection development, programming, and public service.
Foster personal and supportive relationships with teen library patrons.
Supervise, manage, and recruit for Teen Advisory Group. Schedule and prepare for monthly meetings, including meals.
Manage projects and programs for the teen volunteers and delegate responsibilities (where possible).
Implement suggestions, feedback, and requests from meetings.

Non-Essential Duties and Tasks: The responsibilities and duties listed above are examples of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job Description – Teen Services Specialist 08.2024

Competencies Needed: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying, unless specifically stated as required.

A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience working with youth or a public library or a college degree.
Demonstrated ability to work with teens, children, and adults.
Ability to remain current with literature, trends, and topics for young adults.
Extensive knowledge of different stages of adolescence.
Experience with strategies of positive relationship building with youth, including developing outside assets such as allies, opportunities, and supports within the community.
A strong commitment to respectful and compassionate customer service and an ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with library patrons and staff of many ages and from many levels of ability and experience with technology.
Strict commitment and adherence to personal privacy and patron confidentiality.
Flexibility to prioritize tasks and re-direct attention to meet immediate needs.
Flexibility, excellent time management and high attention to detail and capacity to prioritize tasks. Ability to balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
A willingness to examine existing systems and refine or improve them as necessary. Must be forward-thinking and open to innovation and change.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment on difficult or complex tasks.
Ability to exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact in engaging with the public and co-workers, making proper disposition of problems and appointments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and volunteers from the Town as well as from other agencies and the public. • Knowledgeable in techniques and practices for dealing with individuals from various socioeconomic and ethnic groups in person, on the telephone and/or any form of communication.
Must be able to learn and retain instructions, policies, and procedures.

Work Environment: Work duties are primarily performed in a public library setting in a moderate to fast-paced work environment. Must be able to abruptly switch focus to address frequently changing priorities. Requires the ability to maintain mental focus in an often-busy environment that welcomes members of the public. Will be sitting and standing, with extensive use of a telephone, computer, and keyboard. Requires sharing an open public service desk with co-workers. Requires ability to assess volatile or potentially dangerous situations with patrons and follow library procedures.

Type of Employee: Non-Exempt; this position is affiliated with Local 98 Union after completion of successful probationary period (1 year of probation).

The Town of Brattleboro is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ applicants, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply, recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives

To apply: please visit https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6155296.careers?CareersSearch

– Posted 8/27/24

Tween/Teen Librarian – Fletcher Free Library (Burlington, VT)

Salary

Salary $65,603.20 Annually
Pay Grade 17: $31.54 Hourly

Closing Date 8/27/2024 11:59 PM

Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

General Purpose

Creative energetic and innovative library professional. Responsible for administrative work in planning and managing the activities of youth (Tween, ages 10-12 years old) and young adult (Teen, ages 13-19 years old) services in the library and all other related work as required. Tween/Teen Librarian works under the general direction of the Head of Youth Services. Functions requiring considerable judgment and initiative in planning and overseeing services to youth and young adults between the ages of 10 to 18 both within the library and the community.

The schedule for this role is Sunday – Thursday.

Essential Job Functions

Performs work under typical library conditions; library hours will require evening and weekend work.
Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates services to youth and young adults.
Assists Head of Youth Services in budgeting process and administers budget as assigned.
Assists Head of Youth Services in conducting community assessments to identify youth needs.
Assists the Head of Youth Services in developing goals, policies and procedures as it relates to youth and young adults.
Assists the Head of Youth Services with strategic planning and strategic goals for the Youth Services Department.
Assists Head of Youth Services in developing and implementing new strategies and methodologies to increase patron awareness of library resources and the monitoring of the results achieved.
Initiates, plans and conducts a variety of programs and activities, including the yearly summer learning program, to encourage the use of the library and which fulfill the diverse educational, recreational, literacy, technological and personal needs of youth and young adults between the ages of 10 to 18.
Assist in promoting programming and services in conjunction with the main library outlets and independently, including social media.
Works in conjunction and collaborates with Youth Services Librarians in coordination of library programming and services to youth and teens between the ages of 10 to 18.
Involves youth and young adults in planning and implementing services for their age group.
Works in conjunction with Collection Development Librarian to select, evaluate, maintain and discard youth and young adult collection based on professional judgment, preferences of youth and young adults and acknowledged review sources ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
Provides reference and readers’ advisory services, media literacy programming and library orientation to youth and young adults.
Collaborates and partners with schools other libraries, social service agencies, civic organizations and other professional organizations to develop, promote, facilitate, and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s youth and young adult population including reading clubs, homework help, instructional workshops, Makerspace programs, STEM and literacy programs, gaming, summer reading events, tech programs and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community.
Promotes, publicizes and represents youth and young adult services and the library to the community and local agencies in cooperation with other departments.
Works with library administration to seek supplementary funding to enhance library services, including state and federal grants.
Assists in grant writing as needed.
Trains and supervises interns, teen volunteers, and teen advisory councils.
Assists in managing patron behavior in accordance with the library ordinance, including assisting with trespass notices as needed.
Performs light custodial duties as needed.
Identifies, collects and interprets statistics as needed.

Non-Essential Job Functions

Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
Bachelor’s degree in Library Science or related field required.
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school preferred or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field; Additional experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis.
Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage.
Minimum 2 years of direct professional experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Youth and young adults (ages 10 to 18).
Knowledge of Youth and young adult literature and experience maintaining a Youth and young adult collection.
Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users.
Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases.
Understanding of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for Youth and young adults, and urban public library issues preferred.
Ability to do Information literacy instruction and online learning instruction to teens.
A broad knowledge of the intellectual, emotional, psychological and physical development of adolescents is essential.
Genuine respect for youth and young adults and an ability to establish rapport with them.
Ability to administer and direct the work of staff and volunteers.
Ability to express oneself orally and in writing.
Flexibility, initiative, creative innovator, energy, patience and tact to deal effectively with the public.
Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
Periodic offsite travel required.

Additional Information

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov.

– Posted 8/14/24

Family Engagement Manager – Thomas Memorial Library (Cape Elizabeth, ME)

The Thomas Memorial Library is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and collaborative individual to fill the position of Family Engagement Manager. This professional-level position oversees library service to youth of all ages, from birth through the teen years, supervising a department of one part-time and two full-time employees. The ideal candidate is someone who genuinely enjoys working with children, teens, and families, and values collaboration, communication, and positivity in all aspects of their relationships.

See the full job description online, or download a copy.

– Posted 6/5/24

Teen Librarian – Morristown Centennial Library (Morrisville, VT)

Are you innovative and team-oriented? Do you love working with teenagers? Morristown Centennial Library is in search of a part-time teen librarian to join our team.

Duties:

Cultivate a robust teen programming calendar;
Collaborate with community organizations and local schools to support youth in the community including outreach to local school districts;
Create book and other displays; develop and maintain the layout and appearance of the young adult area filled with relevant resources;
Greet patrons warmly, interact with the public of all ages; create a safe and welcoming space;
Assist with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures;
Support other staff members and adult volunteers as needed;
Facilitate the work and activities of teen volunteers and teen advisory group;
Develop and maintain content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Tiktok, and Pinterest;
Curate our collection of young adult materials, maintaining a working knowledge of trends in young adult literature; work to engage young adults with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones; promote young adult literature on and off-site;
Maintain a working knowledge of library youth services and the profession through webinars, internal training, meetings, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships;
Serve as a mentor and leader to young adult patrons, cultivating positive relationships with youth while maintaining professional boundaries. Maintain a working knowledge of the educational and developmental needs of youth.

Morristown Centennial Library is a busy, patron-centered library in the heart of Morrisville, VT. We have a thriving youth program and are looking for a creative, positive individual to join us. Must have availability afternoon/evenings and some Saturdays. This is a part-time position. Must have experience working with teens and have demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage. Vermont library certification and/or a library degree preferred. Please send resume, cover letter and recommendations to kaber-ferri@centenniallibrary.org.

– Posted 10/20/23

YA Librarian – Rutland Free Library (Rutland, NY)

Rutland Free Library is seeking a 30-hour young adult / tech librarian. We’re looking for a curious and energetic individual to join our team of professionals in curating our collection of some 75,000 print titles and an ever-growing online presence, plus be able to generate engaging programming and outreach to Rutland’s tween / teen population.

Duties include:

Providing a well-managed YA physical and virtual collection (c. 3,500 titles) and space;
Creating compelling YA programming, spaces, and resources in collaboration with our community partners, on- and off-site;
Participate with other librarians in Help Desk coverage providing direct reference service to patrons of all ages and backgrounds;
Be in charge of our public computer network, including routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs;
Expect to work some evenings and Saturdays, with some shifts as the In Charge for the building and staff;

The wage is $30.48 per hour, with generous benefits including health, paid leave, retirement, and more. This is a nonexempt position; library staff are affiliated with AFSCME Council-93. We are a large – by Vermont standards – public library serving some 22,000 residents of Rutland City, Rutland Town, Mendon, Tinmouth, and Ira. Our teen population in particular needs support from an empathetic person.

The closing date for applications is Oct. 14. Please send a cover letter and resume to Director Randal Smathers c/o Rutland Free Library, 10 Court St., Rutland VT, 05701 or by email; questions are best addressed via email at randal@rutlandfree.org

– Posted 10/6/23