Librarian, Children's Programs & Services

Bedford Hills Free Library has an exciting opening for a Librarian, Children’s Services & Programs. We are looking for a dynamic professional who is responsible for managing the children’s library collection as well as implementing creative programs and services for children and families.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collection Development and Management

• Develop and manage the children's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, and meets the needs of the community. Collaborate with other librarians on the teen/young adult collection.
• Provide readers’ advisory and reference guiding the use of print, media, and age-appropriate digital resources. Prepare reference materials/content to connect users with library resources.
• Create displays, signage, artwork, and other methods to provide an attractive environment for children.

Programs and Community Engagement

• Plan and implement a robust summer reading program, workshops during school breaks or weekends, book or game clubs, and other programs for children, with a focus on grades K-12.
• Facilitate and/or lead story times, parent workshops, and other early literacy or special programs in collaboration with our early literacy coordinator or outside presenters.
• Actively engage with schools, daycare centers, and community organizations to promote services and programs for children and caregivers.
• Create marketing materials and handle outreach strategies for all children’s programs and services.

Other

• Exude a warm, cheerful, and welcoming demeaner in the children’s room.
• Keep abreast of children’s library trends and opportunities through professional organizations, system meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Participate in leadership team meetings, prepare plans and budgets; maintain statistics and produce reports about activity.
• Work with patron services, teen team members, and volunteers assigned to provide support.
• Recommend policies and procedures for the Children’s Room and ensure that best practices are carried out in a firm and friendly manner.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of children’s literature, early literary or child development, library service.
• Experience working in a library, school, or organization serving children and families.
• Proficiency with the Inter-Library System as well as digital resources (e-books, streaming, etc.) social media platforms, and websites.
• Enthusiasm for cultivating effective working relationships within a diverse community.
• Strong initiative, creativity, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking or performance.
• Ability to effectively organize time, resources, and workflow systems and to be a team player.
• Aptitude with technology including ILS catalog, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, etc.

Qualifications

• An MLIS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program, with possible exceptions depending upon other experience and qualifications.
• Two-three years of professional experience in a library and/or a related field.
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting and moving books, furniture; sitting and standing for periods of time.
• Daily use of a computer.
• Local transportation for library business needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $53,000.00 - $57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Patient demographics:

• Children

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Bedford Hills, NY 10507: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person