Childrens Librarian

Shaker Heights Public Library seeks a creative person to join our Youth Services team. Work with youth in a vibrant, collaborative atmosphere. You will help customers find information, recommend books and other media, produce programs, and help to develop the collection. Candidates must enjoy using technology and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:

Providing a variety of professional library services for customers of all ages; including reference, readers' advisory, and technology assistance. Serving customers in the Children's Room, Teen Room, and the TechHub. Selecting materials for the Youth Services collection and providing ongoing collection maintenance. Developing and implementing programs for youth based on community needs. Collaborating with other staff and community partners to provide innovative library services. Serving as the building Senior Person as assigned. MLIS from an ALA accredited school or completion of 75% of coursework towards an MLIS with completion of the degree within one year of hiring. General knowledge of youth developmental stages Knowledge of youth literature and popular reading interests Experience working with groups of children and teens Customer service experience Strong communication skills, both oral and written Ability to quickly learn new technologies

Union Status:

This is a union position.

Pay rate:

$23.90-$28.09 per hour

Hours :

Full-time, 40 hours per week. This position works a variety of day, evening, and weekend hours

Benefits :

The library offers health, dental, and life insurance beginning on Day 1. As well as generous paid time off including vacation, sick, and holiday hours.

Pay Information:

SHPL typically hires new staff in at the entry rate of the posted pay scale. Exceptions may be made for successful applicants who have significant (5+ years) direct experience in the position at a level beyond what is expected of a new hire. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement We welcome, value, and seek to include people of all races, ethnicities, cultures, religions, socioeconomic statuses, ages, visible and invisible disabilities, political and social viewpoints, housing statuses, sexual orientations, and genders. We continually strive to provide equitable and welcoming access for all members of our community and staff. Read our complete Mission, Vision, and Values statement at https://shakerlibrary.org/about-us/mission-vision-values/ Shaker Heights Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer