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The New York Public Library

$55K/yr

... Librarian/Specialist II: * Creates a space, in collaboration with Library staff, that is teen ... Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Young Adult's collection ...

Meridian Library District

Library Page

Meridian, ID

May assist with on-site collection promotion and other collection maintenance tasks. Participates ... development. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and ...

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Meridian Free Library District

Library Page

Meridian, ID · On-site

May assist with on-site collection promotion and other collection maintenance tasks. Participates ... development. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and ...

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Quilt Pattern Writer

Post Falls, ID · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

... to the development of our quilting pattern library. As a Quilt Pattern Writer, you will play a ... collection of quilt patterns. Schedule * Monday-Friday 8-4 Compensation and Benefits We offer a ...

Shabby Fabrics

Quilt Pattern Writer

Post Falls, ID · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

... to the development of our quilting pattern library. As a Quilt Pattern Writer, you will play a ... collection of quilt patterns. Schedule * Monday-Friday 8-4 Compensation and Benefits We offer a ...

Shabby Fabrics

Quilt Pattern Writer

Post Falls, ID · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

... to the development of our quilting pattern library. As a Quilt Pattern Writer, you will play a ... collection of quilt patterns. Schedule * Monday-Friday 8-4 Compensation and Benefits We offer a ...

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What is the difference between Trainee Collection Development Librarian vs Librarian?

AspectTrainee Collection Development LibrarianLibrarian
Required CredentialsTypically pursuing or holding a master's degree in library science (MLS/MLIS)MLS/MLIS required or equivalent
Work EnvironmentTraining-focused, entry-level, often in public or academic librariesFull professional role, responsible for managing collections and services
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with collection development under supervision, learning library policiesDeveloping collections, providing user services, managing library operations

The Trainee Collection Development Librarian is an entry-level position focused on training and skill development in collection management, often requiring a library science degree. In contrast, a Librarian holds a full professional role with broader responsibilities. The trainee role is ideal for those starting their career, while the Librarian position involves independent decision-making and management.

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Children's Librarian Baychester

The New York Public Library

Bronx, NY

$55K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

New York Public Library rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Description
Overview
The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL’s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie’s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials. The Library is seeking Children’s Librarians to empower children from infant through pre-teen to become creative thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and resourceful users of information. Successful candidates will embody each of these four characteristics themselves. Librarians start at $55,027 per year and are eligible in 12 months for an increased salary of $60,574 based on successful job performance.
Key Responsibilities
 Under the supervision of the Library Manager, the Children’s Librarian: 
  • Provides reference services and resource recommendations using print, media and digital resources 
  • Collaborates with the Youth Educational Services Department to develop, promote and facilitate innovative programs to build literacy and a love of reading to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s children, parents and childcare providers, including storytimes and other early literacy programs, visual and performing arts programming, STEM programs, summer reading events, and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community 
  • Partners with the collection development team to shape and maintain the Children's collection ensuring it is diverse, current, relevant and meets the needs of the community 
  • Works to engage children with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones 
  • Conducts outreach to and develops partnerships with community-based organizations, schools, daycare centers, and community groups that target children to promote the library’s services (e.g., MyLibraryNYC, the Library’s partnership with NYC schools), collections, specialized programs and resources to enhance the reading skills of children 
  • Encourages digital literacy and provides age-appropriate technology instruction to children 
  • Develops and maintains content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest 
  • Develops and maintains the layout and appearance of the children’s space ensuring a safe and inviting area filled with relevant resources 
  • Mentors library staff in preparing and presenting children’s programs 
  • Assists with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures 
  • May take responsibility for the facility, staff and operations in the absence of the Library Manager 
  • Maintains a working knowledge of trends in children's literature, youth services and the profession through webinars, meetings, internal training, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships 
  • Performs related duties as require 

Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
  •  ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies 
  • Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York 
Required Skills
  •  ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies 
  • Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate issued by the State of New York 
  • Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage 
  • Experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Children and their parents/caregivers 
  • Knowledge and appreciation of children’s literature, audiovisual materials, computer resources, and other materials that constitute a balanced, relevant youth collection 
  • Experience developing, maintaining and marketing Children’s collections 
  • Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users 
  • Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills 
  • Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team 
  • Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously 
  • Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media and reference resources and databases 



Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
  •  Knowledge of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends   for children in urban public libraries preferred 

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Please Note: Effective August 2, 2021, absent a qualifying exception for medical or religious reasons, newly hired employees of the New York Public Library must present proof of receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination and may not begin employment at the Library until 14 days after their receipt of their second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or 14 days after their first dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.  Newly hired employees who need additional time to receive their vaccination prior to their start date may request an adjournment of their start date with their hiring manager.  The Library will consider such requests on a case by case basis, depending upon the Library’s operational needs, among other factors.  The Library will further consider exemptions for prospective employees who cannot become vaccinated due to a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice.  Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment and who seek a medical or religious exemption to the Library’s vaccination policy should contact hrservicecenter@nypl.org for instructions on how to submit the required information for the evaluation of their exemption request.

Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
  • Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
  • Be Resourceful in solving problems 
  • Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Physical Duties
  • Lifting up to 15 lbs. 
  • Sitting and standing for periods of time 
  • Daily use of a compute 
Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Local 1930
Schedule
 35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours 

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The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations--including research and branch libraries--throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.

Industry

Libraries and archives

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1895

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