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Young Adult Librarian

Filed under GSLIS Jobs and Opportunities
Posted by GSLIS, July 05, 2007
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SHREWSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Young Adult Librarian/Volunteer Coordinator

Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in library science, with course work in young adult programming and collection development required for Young Adult Librarian; Bachelor’s Degree required for Volunteer Coordinator; three years of related professional library experience and experience working with volunteers; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge and understanding of young adult development and thorough knowledge of young adult literature and materials. Must be able to work independently, prioritize, and manage numerous diverse tasks at one time, interact tactfully and appropriately with library patrons, staff and volunteers and develop and implement programs. Demonstrated commitment to excellence in service to teens and enthusiasm for working with people of all ages.

Duties:
Develops and maintains the young adult collection; provides reader advisory services to teens, parents and educators. Develops and implements programs for young adults; coordinates the activities and implements the suggestions of the young adult advisory board. Works with school personnel to coordinate programs; conducts library tours and makes presentations at schools. Works with businesses to encourage support of young adult programs. Develops press releases and other materials to publicize young adult programs and volunteer opportunities. Plans and implements special events, including grant projects, fund raising and other community events involving young adults and volunteers.

Coordinates active volunteer program. Recruits, trains, supervises and evaluates students, young adult and adult volunteers; establishes work schedules and assignments; provides orientation programs; interacts with library staff to integrate volunteers into the library’s programs and activities. Plans and implements, with the library Director and other staff members, recognition and award programs for all volunteers.

Attends workshops, meetings and conferences related to teen and volunteer programs and services. Assists at circulation and reference desk on a regular basis. Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates.

Compensation and Schedule:
This is a Library Associate position, with a salary range: $35,298 - $42,092. This full-time 37.5 hour position includes a work schedule of one night per week and Saturdays on a rotating basis.

Send resume to Ellen M. Dolan, Director, Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main Street, Shrewsbury MA 01545. Position open until filled.