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Full-Time Youth Services/Programming Librarian, Brewster Library
The Brewster Library in Brewster, NY is seeking an energetic and creative Full-Time Youth
Services/Programming Librarian to oversee the library’s Children’s and Young Adult collections and
programs, and to help coordinate the library’s adult programs. The Youth Services/Programming
Librarian, who reports to the Director of the Library, will also assist with circulation and reference duties,
and community outreach.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, promote, implement, and evaluate programs for children, young adults, and families
- Work with youth services staff to maintain and develop the Children’s and Young Adult collections
- Work with programming staff, as needed, to plan, promote, and implement adult programs
- Work the circulation desk and field reference questions
- Assist patrons with computer questions
- Create press releases and other promotional materials
- Help to maintain the library’s social media presence
- Recruit, train, and work with youth-oriented volunteers
- Work with local schools to introduce young people to the Library
- Identify opportunities to secure grants for programs
- Maintain statistics and develop reports
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university program
- Eligibility for a New York State public librarian's professional certificate at time of application (or upon graduation)
- At least two years of experience working with children and/or young adults in recreational, youth, park service, cultural or educational enrichment activities
- Knowledge of Children’s and Young Adult literature
- Fluency in the Spanish language preferred
A successful candidate for this position must have excellent customer service skills and be able to work
with people of all ages and temperaments, especially with children and young adults, be comfortable
with computer and A/V technology and savvy with social media, and enjoy working as part of a team. A
strong initiative and flexibility are essential. Must be able to work weekends and evenings as needed.
This is a competitive Civil Service position, and may be a provisional appointment or a transfer. Salary
starting at $50,000, commensurate with experience. Generous benefits including paid holidays,
vacation/sick leave, health/dental insurance, and NYS retirement program.
About the Brewster Public Library:
The Brewster Library is situated in the Village of Brewster within the Town of Southeast, and serves a
diverse population of about 18,000. We have recently undergone an expansion/renovation project,
which included the addition of a beautiful new Community/Program Room. The staff is friendly and
knowledgeable, and the community is supportive of the library. If you would like to join our team,
please send a resume and letter explaining why you think you would be a good fit for this position to Gina Loprinzo, Director, at director@brewsterlibrary.org. The Brewster Public Library is an equal
opportunity employer.
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Library Director, Town of Esopus Library
The Town of Esopus Library, a Special District Library serving a town of 9,548 (2020 census), seeks a Library Director with effective interpersonal skills and a commitment to public service. The Library is located one and a half hours from New York City and overlooks the scenic Hudson River. It is a mid-sized library with a long-range plan for expansion.
The Director serves as the chief executive officer of the library and is responsible for the administration of all library functions within the goals, guidelines and policies established by the Library Board of Trustees. This responsibility includes the organization and dissemination of information and services through the effective utilization of library resources. The Director is also responsible for the facilities, financial management and personnel of the library, under the governance and oversight of the Board.
The Director is expected to provide a leadership role within the library, the community, and the library profession. The Director serves as the official representative of the library.
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
General Administration and Management:
- Participates in professional development opportunities to enhance managerial skills. Employs management techniques effectively in directing, planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating, budgeting, and evaluating the library’s operation.
- Demonstrates leadership within the organization: Takes initiative, solves problems, effects change through the action of others, and encourages the development of other staff through a positive work environment.
- Formulates and recommends policies to the Library Board and implements library policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains a staff manual of library policies and procedures.
- Develops the library budget in coordination with the Finance Committee.
- Assists in establishing a long-term plan.
- Works with the Research and Development Committee to seek out and write grants.
- Orients new trustees and serves as a resource for trustee activities.
- Directs the maintenance of the library building and grounds and recommends future space needs.
Planning, Organization and Evaluation:
- Plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs a balanced program of library service to meet the immediate and long-range goals of the library and the community.
- Establishes the standards of effectiveness for all operations.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of library services in relation to the changing needs of the community.
- Is knowledgeable about and complies with New York State library standards affecting the library’s operations.
- Investigates new trends and specific library programs and facilitates testing of new techniques, materials, and equipment to improve the operation of the library.
Personnel Management:
- Develops job descriptions, recommends personnel policies to the Governance and Personnel Committee, and administers personnel policies.
- Hires, evaluates, promotes and terminates staff.
- Defines expectations for staff performance and sets goals for service and programming.
- Works to promote high staff morale.
- Provides in-service programs for employee training and development, encouraging staff input.
- Encourages staff professional growth at all levels by supporting participation in professional associations, workshops, seminars and activities.
- Ensures that staff performance appraisals are done on a regular schedule.
- Acts as a mentor, mediator, and facilitator for staff.
Community and Professional Development:
- Serves as a model to staff in the sense of professionalism, demonstrating strong professional ethics and keeping informed through professional literature.
- Represents the library and speaks before community, civic, and other groups regarding the objectives and activities of the library.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other government agencies, civic and community groups, and the general public.
- Serves as the official representative of the library in actions that legally bind or politically influence the library.
- Supports and facilitates the work of the Friends of the Library.
- Attends professional and other meetings to maintain contact with other professional and library-related agencies.
- Other duties, as required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school.
- Eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian professional certificate at the time of application.
- Six years of library experience with two years of administrative experience.
- Effective interpersonal skills consisting of creative and diplomatic communication and management abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, social skills and adaptability.
- Ability to make administrative decisions and lead a stellar staff.
- Ability to speak and write effectively and clearly.
- Intellectual curiosity and a proactive perspective on libraries.
- General knowledge of library principles and practices.
- Competent and comfortable with administrative and library technologies.
- Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the job.
Salary & Benefits;
Salary range is $65,000-$70,000. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, New York State retirement and a robust PTO package.
Please send a cover letter describing your philosophy of library service, a resume and the names and contact information of 3 professional references to directorsearch@esopuslibrary.org by July 21, 2023. Interviews will commence immediately.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
This is a provisional Civil Service appointment. The selected candidate will have to fill the Ulster County Civil Service requirements for Library Director I and must be among the three highest scoring candidates willing to accept the position in order to retain permanent appointment.
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Part-Time Library Clerk & Tech Help (Two Positions), Kent Public Library
Kent Public Library in Putnam County is hiring. Two positions open:
1) A "tech savvy" person to help the public with questions about how to use smart phones, tablets, kindles, laptops, and other devices from 10 to 2:30 on Saturdays. Pay depends upon qualifications.
2) Part-Time Library Clerk, 10 to 17 hours a week, including Saturdays from 10 to 3 and some evenings until 7. Must have at least a high school degree, be experienced with computers, courteous, service oriented and able to work with the public at a busy circulation desk. Previous library experience preferred. $14.50 to $15.00 per hour. For both positions, please send resume to cdonick@kentlibrary.org, and mention "clerk" or "tech help" in subject line.
MHLS recommends that the minimum starting salary of a full or part-time librarian with an MLS degree be at least equal to that of a teacher with a master’s degree in the same community.
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