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YA/Reference Librarian - Braintree, MA

Filed under GSLIS Jobs and Opportunities
Posted by GSLIS, August 18, 2008
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Institution: Thayer Public Library, Braintree
Position: Young Adult/Reference Librarian, part time temporary
Description:
The Thayer Public Library is searching for a librarian with expertise in young adult services. This is a new, temporary position, funded through June 2009. We are looking for a creative person who truly enjoys middle and high school aged children, and can attract them to our library through expanded collections, programs and services. The right candidate will be familiar and comfortable with ever changing technologies and media of interest to teens.

Duties:
Provides a dynamic and caring presence in the Young Adult Department for preteen and teen patrons; responsible for YA collection development; develops, promotes, and implements new programs to attract teens to the library such as book discussion groups and a Teen Advisory group; assists with the implementation of our LSTA Teens & Tweens grant; provides reference coverage when needed; participates in library management team and technology team; other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications:
MLS degree plus one (1) year of relevant professional experience preferably in a public library required, though we are willing to consider an MLS candidate who has completed most coursework. Knowledge of Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office applications, email, social networking software, comfort and familiarity with computer hardware and software applications required; library circulation/cataloging network applications preferred.

Salary:
$22.80 per hour to start; 19.5 hours per week; schedule to be determined will include some nights, afternoons, and Saturday afternoons.

Closing date:
September 5, 2008 or until filled.

Send resume, cover letter, and list of 3 references to:
Human Resources Department
Town of Braintree
One JFK Memorial Drive
Braintree, MA 02184