Title: Children's Librarian
Department: Communications
Status: Full-Time
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Salary: MIN $35,131.85 MID $39,347.68 MAX $49,184.59 (DOE/DOQ)
Contact: Colleen Tierney, Library Manager - colleen.tierney@huttotx.gov
Apply online: Hutto Human Resources
We are a small, versatile team of friendly, collaborative people who work together to provide excellent customer service and strive to successfully fulfill the needs of our patrons with respect & integrity. We are looking for a candidate who is friendly and energetic with an apparent love for working with youth. The ideal candidate will have contagious creative and collaborative energy to ignite our growing, diverse community with programs for children of all ages and backgrounds.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Responsible for analyzing the public's library needs, selecting library materials and advising the public in their use of library resources at the library. Also responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing library services and programs for children and teens ages infant - 17 years of age and related programs for parents, caregivers and teachers. The weekly work schedule will include nights and weekends, with some changes to the regular schedule required to participate in programming and outreach services.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Guide and assist patrons in locating answers to their questions using a variety of available resources; perform reference interviews and readers' advisory services.
- Provide expertise in children's literature to children, parents, and teachers or anyone else who needs help in selecting quality, age-appropriate children's materials.
- Maintain and apply a working knowledge of children's behavior, intellectual level, and interest level; have the ability to apply them to the general principles of children's library service.
- Resolve patron problems and modify library services consistent with established library policy.
- Plan, prepare, promote, and lead Library services for children and young adults
- Plan, prepare, and promote Library services and events to schools, daycares, Parent-Teacher associations and other community organizations; present tours and other special programs as needed.
- Maintain data, conduct periodic surveys, and compile narrative and statistical reports on activities and functions within the library.
- Participate in day-to-day library operations including, but not limited to, opening and closing routines and banking/cash handling procedures.
- Participate as needed in the evaluation, selection, acquisition, retention, discarding, or special handling of library materials.
- Supervise library operations in the absence of Library Manager.
- Responsible for the collection development of the Children's and Junior and Young Adult Collections.
- Assists with the development of a portion of the collection by consulting professional journal reviews, websites, customer preferences, and collection policies.
- Creates, plans, and runs children and young adult programming in person and virtually.
- Plan, implement, and create promotional materials for youth programs and services, especially the library's Annual Winter Reading Program and Summer Reading Program.
- Provides outreach via the Bookmobile Program to local preschools and daycares. This includes driving to locations to deliver children's books in crates and independently providing story time at off-site locations.
- Writes and implements grants related to youth programs and services with the supervision of the Library Manager.
- Maintains online event calendars; designs and distributes flyers.
- Serves as liaison to other city departments, community groups, and outside agencies; provides outreach services to the community; conducts tours of the library.
- Performs general library duties including but not limited to opening and closing procedures; troubleshoots computer issues; assisting at the circulation desk; participates in training staff and volunteers.
- Performs many of the same duties as subordinate staff and is familiar with all functions and staff responsibilities.
- Stays informed of professional issues, trends and attitudes, including managerial, financial, political and personnel issues, through reading professional literature, newsletters, journals and electronic media.
- Interfaces with town representatives and officials to promote and coordinate public service
campaigns and advocate for public library service.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Based upon need, required to work flexible hours
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES & EXPERIENCE
-Master's Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited college or university
-1 year of related experience
-Valid Class C Texas driver's license
Preferred Experience
-1-3 years' experience working in a Library setting with specialization in children's or teen's programming and literature
-Additional coursework in child development
-Previous experience in public performance in storytelling, drama, puppetry and related activities
-Ability to speak and read Spanish is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge of current principles and practices in public libraries, including public library operation, reference services, readers' advisory, library materials selection, and library technology
- Knowledge of children's and teen services program development and implementation
- Knowledge of literature written for children and teens
- Knowledge of online resources commonly provided to patrons by public libraries
- Skill operating office equipment, computer equipment, and software programs, especially Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook)
- Skill using current technology, including mobile devices and social media, and creating content using social media tools (e.g. Instagram, YouTube, etc.)
WORKING CONDITIONS
The incumbent works in a typical library environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and some exposure to dust, but some physical labor and travel offsite may occur. Physical tasks may include lifting, squatting, bending, stooping, walking, and carrying supplies, as needed, to accomplish the tasks of the activity on a daily basis. Must be able to reach materials at 90" height shelving or shelving at floor level, lift and carry materials, with the use of proper equipment, and push/pull full book carts. Must also be able to use keyboard and peripherals, and operate a telephone, and communicate in person and over the telephone. The employee may interact with upset members of the public while interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
PRINCIPLES OF POSITIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE
This position requires providing positive customer service. The key to good customer service is building positive relationships with the public, vendors, and co-workers. Thanking the customer and promoting a positive, helpful and friendly environment will ensure individuals will leave with a great impression. Treat others as you would want to be treated.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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Colleen Tierney
Hutto Public Library
Hutto TX
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