Librarian I, Teen Services

Notice of Vacancy
Librarian I
$51,135 annually plus benefits
35 hours per week, some nights & weekends

Full Job Description 

Crandall Public Library is seeking an energetic and creative F/T Librarian I to work in a busy Teen Center setting, provide subject expertise in Young Adult collections and resources, and to act as programming lead for patrons ages 13-19. The successful candidate will work with Teen Center staff to develop and implement large and small group programs that appeal to teen patrons' varied learning styles, energy levels, and interests. They should expect to present or provide support on several weekly programs for teens and to make occasional visits to area schools and community events as a Library representative. The candidate will work under the supervision of a Teen Services Librarian II as a part of the larger Youth Services department. The ability to build a rapport and connect empathetically with a large teen patron population with diverse needs is crucial to this position. The candidate must have excellent customer service skills, crowd control skills, and time management skills, be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and exercise sound professional judgment. This position includes night and weekend hours. Sustainable Library Initiative participant.

Minimum qualifications: Master’s Degree in Librarianship (MLS or MSIS) from a library school that is accredited by the American Library Association or recognized by the NYS Education Department as following accepted education practices; and eligibility for a NYS Public Librarian’s professional certificate at the time of application; possession of certificate at the time of appointment. Position will be filled based on Civil Service requirements. Note: This will be a provisional appointment. Permanent appointment will be contingent upon successful completion of a civil service examination and becoming reachable on the resulting eligible list.

Applications will be accepted through July 31, 2026.

Mail or e-mail resume, cover letter, and Warren County Civil Service Application to:
Crandall Public Library
Attn: Julia Farrar, Head of Youth Services
251 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801
[email protected]
(518)792-6508 x289

Warren County Civil Service Applications may be obtained at:
https://www.warrencountyny.gov/civilservice
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