Librarian I Youth Services

A Youth Services Librarian performs work under the general supervision of the Library Director. The Youth Services staff plan and implement programs for children of all ages.

Summary of Duties:

• Provides reference and reader’s advisory services while at the Youth Services Desk
• Creates displays to highlight collections or services
• Regularly reads book reviews, and publisher catalogs, and researches other information sources to identify materials to meet patron’s needs, enrich the Youth Service’s collection, and correct deficiencies
• Performs circulation tasks, shelves materials
• Processes and Links materials to the catalog
• Participates in Collection development, including weeding, as assigned
• Head of Building in absence of Department Heads and/or Library Director
• Share responsibility for building supervision, opening and closing procedures
• Instruct the Public in the use of Library Resources in informal or formal settings
• Prepares and conducts story-times and other Youth programs
• May represent the Library in Community Outreach at local festivals
• May prepare statistical and other reports regarding Library operation and use
• Works pleasantly and effectively with patrons, co-workers, and others
• Able to understand, interpret, and follow Library policies and procedures

Youth Services Desk:

• Provide friendly and helpful customer service to patrons at the Youth Services Desk
• Answer phones and redirect calls if necessary
• Aid circulation staff when the circulation supervisor is not in

Other Duties as assigned; must be willing to work evenings and weekends

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree in LIS from NYS accredited Institution and NYS Public Librarian Certificate

Good knowledge, skills, and ability in Library Services especially as related to youth

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of experience in Library services or equivalent involving children; Experience working with youth;

Knowledge of Library operations and procedures

Note: Previous applicants need not apply